Job summary
At UHND, we pride
ourselves on delivering excellent care and support to our patients. We are
currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to
join our team on the Respiratory Ward. This is an exciting opportunity for
someone with a keen interest in respiratory care and a passion for making a
difference in the lives of patients.
Role Overview:
As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant on the
Respiratory Ward, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to
patients with respiratory conditions, ensuring their comfort and well-being
during their hospital stay. You will work alongside a supportive
multidisciplinary team, including nurses, doctors, and respiratory specialists,
to deliver excellent patient care. Ward 12 is a 41 bedded respiratory medical
ward. We care for a variety of patients with many different respiratory
illnesses. Our aim is to deliver the
highest standard of care that we can and to make a difference to our patients
and their families.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Assist
with the personal care and mobility of patients, ensuring their dignity and
comfort at all times.
Support
with routine observations, including monitoring vital signs (e.g., temperature,
pulse, respiration, and blood pressure).
Provide
assistance with respiratory therapies, including oxygen administration and
nebuliser treatments, under the supervision of nursing staff.
Assist in
the preparation and maintenance of medical equipment, ensuring it is clean and
in good working order.
Monitor
patients condition and report any changes or concerns to the nursing team
promptly.
Maintain
accurate patient records and documentation in line with hospital policies.
Provide
emotional support to patients and their families, ensuring clear communication
and empathy.
Main duties of the job
Report any concerns regarding the patient's condition to the
qualified nurse.
Maintain patient's privacy and dignity at all times.
Report to the Nurse in Charge any issues that may prevent
cleaning or compromise the safety of the environment.
Actively contribute to the provision of nutrition of the
patients on the Department.
To abide by Trust policies and procedures.
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
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role involves working
alongside other members of the team in providing care to patients.
The main reposnsibilites include:-
* Personal care including
promoting independence, ensuring privacy and dignity are maintained at all
times
* pressure area care and
observations
*Continence care, including
escalation of any altered motions
* Assisting to mobilise patients
using moving and handling techniques as per policy
* Escalating any concerns to
senior staff in regards to observations
*Assisting patients with
nutritional intake and keeping accurate records of the same
*Ensuring saefty of patients
including those who lack capacity and need enhanced suprervision
*Stocking up of supplies
*cleaning of equipment after use
and adhering to infection control guidelines
*Keeping up to date with learning
* Assisting the RGN in the smooth
delivery of care
Why Join Us?
Comprehensive
training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
Supportive
team environment with excellent clinical supervision.
Access to
a wide range of staff benefits, including NHS discounts, health and wellbeing
programs].
Competitive
salary and pension scheme.
If you are passionate about delivering
outstanding care and would like to make a real difference in a dynamic,
supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role involves working
alongside other members of the team in providing care to patients.
The main reposnsibilites include:-
* Personal care including
promoting independence, ensuring privacy and dignity are maintained at all
times
* pressure area care and
observations
*Continence care, including
escalation of any altered motions
* Assisting to mobilise patients
using moving and handling techniques as per policy
* Escalating any concerns to
senior staff in regards to observations
*Assisting patients with
nutritional intake and keeping accurate records of the same
*Ensuring saefty of patients
including those who lack capacity and need enhanced suprervision
*Stocking up of supplies
*cleaning of equipment after use
and adhering to infection control guidelines
*Keeping up to date with learning
* Assisting the RGN in the smooth
delivery of care
Why Join Us?
Comprehensive
training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
Supportive
team environment with excellent clinical supervision.
Access to
a wide range of staff benefits, including NHS discounts, health and wellbeing
programs].
Competitive
salary and pension scheme.
If you are passionate about delivering
outstanding care and would like to make a real difference in a dynamic,
supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
- Understanding of the role of HCSW.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills.
- Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
- Understanding of the role of HCSW.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills.
- Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
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.
