Job summary
We are unable to 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
Do
you want to work with a team who strive to provide patients with the best care
possible? Do you want to work with a
friendly team, who are very supportive towards each over? Ward 16 at Bishop
Auckland Hospital is looking for you to join our Rehabilatation Unit.
We
care for a variety of patients including medical conditions such as delirium,
dementia, falls Parkinson disease and those with Orthopeadic conditions and
post surgery.
We have an extensive
multidisciplinary team that work effectively together to provide Rehabilatation
to promote improved functioning and to improve patient levels of self care.
As
a Healthcare Assistant you will work as part of a robust nursing team to
provide effective, individual nursing care, to our patients.
Main duties of the job
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.
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
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.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, 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
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will support the clinical team in providing care to patients acting
under the direction of a registered nurse.
See person specification
for full details.
MAIN DUTIES AND
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
The
post holder will support the clinical team in providing care to patients acting
under the direction of a registered nurse.
See person specification
for full details.
MAIN DUTIES AND
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
- Ability to provide fundamental care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Awareness of infection control procedures.
Experience
Essential
- This role is open to new to care applicants and those with Healthcare experience
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out tasks in a busy environment
Desirable
- Contribute and work as part of the wider team of health care professionals
Qualifications
Essential
- This 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
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide fundamental care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Awareness of infection control procedures.
Experience
Essential
- This role is open to new to care applicants and those with Healthcare experience
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to carry out tasks in a busy environment
Desirable
- Contribute and work as part of the wider team of health care professionals
Qualifications
Essential
- This 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
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.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
