Band 3 Health Care Assistant, Foulis Ward Royal Brompton Hospital London, England
Job description
A vacancy has arisen, for an enthusiastic, hard-working and highly motivated Health Care Assistant to join our team in Respiratory Medicine.
The respiratory wards care and treat a mixed clinical case load which can include Asthma, COPD, Neuromuscular lung disorders, Cystic Fibrosis, Infection and Interstitial lung disease. The directorate has one of the largest centres using non-invasive ventilation and has several designated sleep rooms for sleep disordered breathing diagnosis.
You would be primarily responsible for supporting the nursing team in the provision of a person-centred service which includes some administrative work.
The role also has a large focus on maintaining a well-organized ward environment. This includes the ward supplies area and ensuring a safe working environment.
NVQ level 3 in care and IT skills are desirable.
The successful candidate is expected to work night duty and on the wards within the Respiratory directorate to support its service, should the need arise.
As a member of this experienced and innovative team, you will receive appropriate training and personal support to fulfil your full potential. For the successful candidate, we fully support the Care Certificate, for the Health Care Assistant role and develop your career to become a Nursing Associate, a pathway where you can then apply for a degree course.
Staff benefits include: subsidised childcare facilities, occupational pension scheme, personal development and training opportunities, flexible working and subsidised accommodation is available on both sites.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed view of the Job and its responsibilities
