Job summary
The post holder will undertake delegated nursing tasks as deemed necessary toenhance the care of the patient, some of which may be competency based.; wounddressings, stoma care, height and weights, baseline observations including bloodpressure, venepuncture, cannulation and capillary blood sampling.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide the highest standards of nursing care to children and their families.Undertake phlebotomy procedures in a variety of settings; department, home, school or community base once fully trained and competent.The post holder will be an effective communicator in all aspects of their duties both in direct and indirect patient care.The post holder will work in collaboration with the healthcare team
The post holder will assess and report risk to the Childrens Community Nurse (CCN)lead nurses. The post holder will assist in the orientation and education of new staff. Take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload to support clinical team.Work without direct supervision using experience and knowledge to ensure the highest quality care is deliveredPromote and maintain a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment for patients andtheir families.Assist in the basic care required by patients in all care settings.Assist with the education of new staff and students and ensure they are instructed in the procedures, routines.Create and maintain relationships with patients, parent/carers, offering advice and support where necessary.Prepare patient for and assist with specific clinical and non clinical procedures appropriate to the clinical area.
About us
As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions.In addition to our main hospital site, we offer paediatric services at a number of community sites and hold local clinics across Merseyside, Cumbria, Shropshire, Wales and the Isle of Man. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility.
Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists. Alongside this is ourInnovation Hub, a dedicated space where clinicians and industries can come together to create new products and technologies.
We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is an integral member of the ICCNT team. They will assist and support nursing, medical, and other professional staff in the delivery of high standardsof holistic family centred care to children and families.
The Healthcare Assistant will provide the highest standards of nursing care to children and their families.They will undertake phlebotomy procedures in a variety of settings; department, home, school or community base once fully trained and competent.The Healthcare assistant will be an effective communicator in all aspects of their duties both in direct and indirect patient care.The Healthcare Assistant will work in collaboration with the healthcare teams within the Community and Trust.They will work within the confines of their mandatory and statutory obligations, to the prevention and control of infection in all care settings. Theywill undertake delegated nursing tasks as deemed necessary toenhance the care of the patient, some of which may be competency based.; wound dressings, stoma care, height and weights, baseline observations including blood pressure, venepuncture, cannulation and capillary blood sampling.The Healthcare Assistant will assess and report risk to the Childrens Community Nurse (CCN)lead nurses. The post holder will assist in the orientation and education of new staff.The Healthcare Assistant will take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload to support clinical team.Work without direct supervision using experience and knowledge to ensure the highestquality care is deliveredPromote and maintain a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is an integral member of the ICCNT team. They will assist and support nursing, medical, and other professional staff in the delivery of high standardsof holistic family centred care to children and families.
The Healthcare Assistant will provide the highest standards of nursing care to children and their families.They will undertake phlebotomy procedures in a variety of settings; department, home, school or community base once fully trained and competent.The Healthcare assistant will be an effective communicator in all aspects of their duties both in direct and indirect patient care.The Healthcare Assistant will work in collaboration with the healthcare teams within the Community and Trust.They will work within the confines of their mandatory and statutory obligations, to the prevention and control of infection in all care settings. Theywill undertake delegated nursing tasks as deemed necessary toenhance the care of the patient, some of which may be competency based.; wound dressings, stoma care, height and weights, baseline observations including blood pressure, venepuncture, cannulation and capillary blood sampling.The Healthcare Assistant will assess and report risk to the Childrens Community Nurse (CCN)lead nurses. The post holder will assist in the orientation and education of new staff.The Healthcare Assistant will take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload to support clinical team.Work without direct supervision using experience and knowledge to ensure the highestquality care is deliveredPromote and maintain a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- NVQ level 3 / equivalent in a healthcare related topic or equivalent breadth of experience*
- English and Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade A-C
Experience of
Essential
- Previous health care experience
- Basic Nursing Care
Desirable
- Current Phlebotomy Experience
- Community Experience
Knowledge of
Essential
- Confidentiality
- Patient Safety
- Family Centred Care
- Multi-professional working
Skills
Essential
- Computer and keyboard skills
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrate a range of clinical skills
- Ability to travel to and from community settings
Desirable
- Currently competent in paediatric phlebotomy and capillary sampling.
- Administration and clerical duties skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Full driving lisence required with use of their own vehicle as needs to be able to travel around the geographical area of Liverpool and Sefton in a timely manner
- Team working
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Reliable
- Time management
- Role Model
Desirable
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- NVQ level 3 / equivalent in a healthcare related topic or equivalent breadth of experience*
- English and Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade A-C
Experience of
Essential
- Previous health care experience
- Basic Nursing Care
Desirable
- Current Phlebotomy Experience
- Community Experience
Knowledge of
Essential
- Confidentiality
- Patient Safety
- Family Centred Care
- Multi-professional working
Skills
Essential
- Computer and keyboard skills
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrate a range of clinical skills
- Ability to travel to and from community settings
Desirable
- Currently competent in paediatric phlebotomy and capillary sampling.
- Administration and clerical duties skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Full driving lisence required with use of their own vehicle as needs to be able to travel around the geographical area of Liverpool and Sefton in a timely manner
- Team working
- Demonstrates Trust Values
- Reliable
- Time management
- Role Model
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
alder hey children's NHS foundation trust
Beech House, Eaton Road
Liverpool
L123HF
Employer's website
https://alderhey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
