Job summary
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 unable to
sponsor Healthcare Assistants without 2 years band 3 NHS experience.
If you are new to care you must complete a care certificate when you
commence employment with CDDFT and be paid on Annex 21 arrangements (£24465)
until completion.
Please note this advert will close when sufficient applications have
been received.
The relience upon AI is strongly discouraged when completing applications.
We
are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Health Care Assistants to join a
innovative specialist multidisciplinary, Acute Frailty Unit at Darlington
Memorial Hospital.Ward 52 plays an integral part of the
frailtypathway which involves the
identification and management of frailty patients.
The HCA will support the
ward Team with the co-ordination of patient information gathering, you will
support with clinical tasks and assessments, the expediting of clinical
investigations and complex discharge planning. Along side providing first class
basic patient care.
The
post holder will be part of a larger multi-disciplinary team including
Consultant Geriatricians, Nurses and Therapists.
Main duties of the job
The job involves working as part of a
multi-disciplinary team providing a high-quality service in the complex frailty
unit. The post holder will undertake a wide range of duties to clinically
support the multidiciplinary team which include welcoming patients to the unit,
recording observations and ECGs,phlebotomy, providing patients with refreshements, assisiting with
patients hygiene needs, helping facilitate patient hospital transfers and
patient discharge and supporting the unit by helping ensure the unit is clean
and well stocked at all times.
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.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Over reliance on
AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of
success.
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
To
contribute to the care planning process involving and informing patients and
where appropriate their carers.
Support the Frailty Team
in gathering patient information and collateral history on the patient by
liaising with next the of kin, carers and external agencies.
Support the Frailty Team
with complex discharge planning.
Support the Frailty Team
with administrative duties and referrals to support services.
Organise, prioritise and
adjust own workload in relation to patient care.
Liaise with members of the
multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of care programs.
To recognise and act upon
deterioration in a patients condition informing a Registered Nurse of action
taken.
To assess patients level
of dependence in meeting personal care needs and ensure appropriate assistance
is given.
To discuss with patients
strategies to maximize independence and manage chronic illness.
To keep accurate and
timely written records of care delivered and patient progression.
To carry out additional
clinical skills relevant to the patient group/speciality.
To assist medical staff
and registered nurses in carrying out invasive procedures.
To act as team
representative where appropriate reducing demands on Registered Nurse time.
To assist in resolving
conflict and diffusing situations where appropriate.
To take responsibility for
ongoing education and their personal development plan.
To welcome patients to the
unit, and facilitate patient transport needs to and from hospital.
To assist in the admitting
of patients to the ward, including recording these on clinical systems, recording base-line observations.
To provide care to
patients following instructions within the Care Plan or Pathway.
To carry out clinical
skills relevant to the unit which may include phlebotomy, recording ECGs,
recording blood glucose, performing MRSA screening and monitoring/removal of IV
cannulas.
To assist the clinical
team with data entry, filing, documentation of care delivery, including
scheduling of planned procedures.
To ensure the unit area
and clinical rooms remain tidy and well stocked, including liaison with
supplies team to ensure adequate stock provision.
To demonstrate competence
in accurate recording of clinical observations.
To recognise abnormal
recordings or changes with the patients condition and report to registered
nurse.
To act as chaperone when
necessary.
Serving of patient
meals/drinks/snacks.
provide and support
patients with hygiene needs.
To
assist in escorting, transferring and discharging patients ensuring return of
property and preparation of bed space for next patient.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
contribute to the care planning process involving and informing patients and
where appropriate their carers.
Support the Frailty Team
in gathering patient information and collateral history on the patient by
liaising with next the of kin, carers and external agencies.
Support the Frailty Team
with complex discharge planning.
Support the Frailty Team
with administrative duties and referrals to support services.
Organise, prioritise and
adjust own workload in relation to patient care.
Liaise with members of the
multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of care programs.
To recognise and act upon
deterioration in a patients condition informing a Registered Nurse of action
taken.
To assess patients level
of dependence in meeting personal care needs and ensure appropriate assistance
is given.
To discuss with patients
strategies to maximize independence and manage chronic illness.
To keep accurate and
timely written records of care delivered and patient progression.
To carry out additional
clinical skills relevant to the patient group/speciality.
To assist medical staff
and registered nurses in carrying out invasive procedures.
To act as team
representative where appropriate reducing demands on Registered Nurse time.
To assist in resolving
conflict and diffusing situations where appropriate.
To take responsibility for
ongoing education and their personal development plan.
To welcome patients to the
unit, and facilitate patient transport needs to and from hospital.
To assist in the admitting
of patients to the ward, including recording these on clinical systems, recording base-line observations.
To provide care to
patients following instructions within the Care Plan or Pathway.
To carry out clinical
skills relevant to the unit which may include phlebotomy, recording ECGs,
recording blood glucose, performing MRSA screening and monitoring/removal of IV
cannulas.
To assist the clinical
team with data entry, filing, documentation of care delivery, including
scheduling of planned procedures.
To ensure the unit area
and clinical rooms remain tidy and well stocked, including liaison with
supplies team to ensure adequate stock provision.
To demonstrate competence
in accurate recording of clinical observations.
To recognise abnormal
recordings or changes with the patients condition and report to registered
nurse.
To act as chaperone when
necessary.
Serving of patient
meals/drinks/snacks.
provide and support
patients with hygiene needs.
To
assist in escorting, transferring and discharging patients ensuring return of
property and preparation of bed space for next patient.
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.
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.
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
Special Skills & 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.
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.
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
Special Skills & 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.
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
