Healthcare Assistants - Bank

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. You will at all times work under the supervision of the RegisteredNurse/Midwife in charge of the shift and will be accountable to the RegisteredNurse/Midwife you are working with and to the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse/Midwife ofthe ward/department2 You will work to the level of your experience, assessed competence and skills acquiredwithin the post.3 You will require immediate and direct supervision in areas of unfamiliar work. You shouldnot undertake any task that you are unfamiliar with.MAIN DUTIES:COMMUNICATION:4 Recognise and maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients/clients and theirrecords5 Ensure clarity in communicating with patients/clients and their relatives as well as otherteam members and in answering questions within the sphere of ones own knowledge.Report changes in patients condition to the registered nurse/midwife on duty andparticipate in shift hand over to ensure effective continuity of care.6 Contribute to the ongoing support of patients/clients and others significant to them,enabling patients/clients to maintain their interests, identity and emotional well-being.7 Welcome patients/clients, their families and other visitors to the ward/department.Introduce them to the facilities and services provided.8 Answer the telephone on a clear, friendly, helpful and professional manner. Take anymessages accurately and refer to a registered nurse/midwife as necessary.9 Demonstrate a caring approach to patients/clients, their families and visitors and to havegood verbal and non-verbal communication skills.IMPLEMENTATION OF NURSING/MIDWIFERY PRACTICE10 Assist with admitting, discharging, transferring and escorting patients, clients, mothersand babies in line with Trust policies, e.g. escort guidelines.11 Once training and assessment of competence is obtained carrying out tasks and plannedcare as designated by a registered nurse/midwife, e.g. baseline observations, bathingand toileting.12 Contribute to the promotion of equality for all individuals by supporting anti-discriminatorypractice, patient/client choice and acknowledging individuals personal beliefs andidentity.13 Maintain personal and organizational standards of health, safety and security, e.g.following the uniform policy.14 Appropriately respond in the event of a health/clinical emergency e.g. cardiac arrest.MANAGEMENT:15 Manage his/her time effectively and perform allocated tasks within a reasonable timeframe, knowing when to seek support, assistance and advice from other team members.16 Undertake general clerical duties that may be associated with the smooth running of theward/department/area. This will include data entry following training.17 Assist in the maintenance of ward/department equipment and stock levels, e.g.equipment, linen, catering supplies, HSDU, etc.PROBLEM SOLVING18 Identify and report any untoward incident/accident, problem and risk as soon as possibleto the nurse/midwife in charge.TEAM WORKING19 Participate as a member of the team in fulfilling ward/departmental administrative, clericaland housekeeping duties as designated by the ward sister, e.g. booking transport,appointments, maintaining patients records, requisitions etc.20 Participate, with all team members, in maintaining and monitoring standards and assistingwith audits. Help to identify potential improvements within the environment.21 Contribute to the team as an active member, always demonstrating a flexible andco-operative approachCLINICAL DEVELOPMENT22 Maintain high standards of care ensuring that all procedures and guidelines are followed.23 Following training and assessment of competence undertake practical tasks as designatedby a registered nurse/midwife. With your mentor, you will be required to completeindividual Skills profile.PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT24 Understand own limitations and know where to find advice and assistance.25 Be self motivated and seek ways to flexibly extend own knowledge skills26 With assistance identify own training needs and limitations and actively participate withtraining and attend relevant training sessions.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level Maths and English or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ level 2/3 or an Apprenticeship in Care

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with people

Desirable

• Experience as a care giver

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Able to keep clear and accurate written records
• Able to communicate clearly with a variety of people
• Good interpersonal skills

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

• Understanding the role of a Health Care Assistant
• Demonstrable abilty to work within a team

Desirable

• Experience of working in a acute enviroment as a Healthcare Assistant

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Essential

• Attention to details and accuracy
• Demonstrable time managementskills
• Abilty to work well under pressure
• Able to demonstrate compassion for caring

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)