Job summary
We cant offer sponsorship for
this role, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you
are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would
prevent you from taking this post
We
are seeking to appoint Health Care Assistants to join our team on this busy
Acute Medical Unit.
You will be required to
assist qualified nursing staff in providing direct patient care. You must be
able to work effectively as part of a team as well as being able to use your
own initiative when required.
As you will be expected to
deal with staff, patients and relatives on a daily basis as well as recording
routine clinical observations, the successful applicant will be able to
demonstrate excellent communication skill both written and verbal. You will possess good organisational skills
and be able to contribute to the development of flexible working arrangements
within the team.
You
will have the opportunity to work additional hours at times of service need.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will support the clinical team in providing care to patients acting
under the direction of a registered nurse.
An
exciting opportunity to build up acute care skills in a busy environment.
To
make a difference to the patient journey and experience to ensure care is
received at the right time in the right place.
Being
part of a friemdly hard working team, supporting each other to ensure the best
outcome for patients.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
To
be eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually need
to be paid at least £25,600 per year
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
assist in admitting patients to the ward, completing demographic details and
recording base-line observations.
To provide care to
patients following instructions in the care plan, programme or pathway.
To demonstrate competence
in the accurate recording of routine clinical observations.
To recognise abnormal
recordings or signs of change in a patients condition and report changes to a
registered nurse.
To assess patients level
of dependence in meeting personal care needs and give appropriate assistance
(includes hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination and comfort).
To assist patients to eat
and drink in a sensitive and supportive manner.
To accurately record
information on patient food charts and fluid balance charts, reporting concerns
to a registered nurse.
To carry out clinical
skills relevant to the ward/department and patient group (eg phlebotomy, ECG
recording, simple dressings).
To assist clinical team
with data entry, filing and maintaining accurate documentation of care.
To assist in escorting,
transferring and discharging patients, ensuring all property is packed and the
bed area is prepared for the next patient.
To ensure treatment rooms
and ward areas are adequately stocked and tidy.
To participate in clinical
supervision.
To
assist in resolving conflict by responding to concerns and complaints in a
positive manner.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
assist in admitting patients to the ward, completing demographic details and
recording base-line observations.
To provide care to
patients following instructions in the care plan, programme or pathway.
To demonstrate competence
in the accurate recording of routine clinical observations.
To recognise abnormal
recordings or signs of change in a patients condition and report changes to a
registered nurse.
To assess patients level
of dependence in meeting personal care needs and give appropriate assistance
(includes hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination and comfort).
To assist patients to eat
and drink in a sensitive and supportive manner.
To accurately record
information on patient food charts and fluid balance charts, reporting concerns
to a registered nurse.
To carry out clinical
skills relevant to the ward/department and patient group (eg phlebotomy, ECG
recording, simple dressings).
To assist clinical team
with data entry, filing and maintaining accurate documentation of care.
To assist in escorting,
transferring and discharging patients, ensuring all property is packed and the
bed area is prepared for the next patient.
To ensure treatment rooms
and ward areas are adequately stocked and tidy.
To participate in clinical
supervision.
To
assist in resolving conflict by responding to concerns and complaints in a
positive manner.
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Be able to perform basic patient care individually and within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills are prerequisite.
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and other staff.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post.
- Ability to keep on performing in a highly demanding environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- The role is open to New to Care applicants and those with Healthcare experience. If new to care - willingness to work towards care certificate/level 3 healthcare support worker
Experience
Essential
- The role is open to New to Care applicants and those with Healthcare experience.
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Be able to perform basic patient care individually and within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills are prerequisite.
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and other staff.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post.
- Ability to keep on performing in a highly demanding environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- The role is open to New to Care applicants and those with Healthcare experience. If new to care - willingness to work towards care certificate/level 3 healthcare support worker
Experience
Essential
- The role is open to New to Care applicants and those with Healthcare experience.
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.
