Health Care Assistant - Days & Nights Oxford
Job description
Oakwood 24 are Specialist Recruiters of healthcare professionals across the bands – providing the National Health Service (NHS) and private sector with high quality temporary and permanent staff, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, all over the UK.We are currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers to help with the ever increasing demand from our Clients.As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be responsible for promoting a caring environment which provides residents and service users with a high standard of specialised personal care, meeting individual needs and ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity and that their rights to privacy, independence and choice are met.Your duties include but not limited to:Assist clients with general hygiene needs such as washing and cleaning teeth/denturesServing meals and ensuring the client has the required level of daily meals/nutrientsEnsuring clients receive their medication on timeAssisting with using the toilet or emptying urinary catheter bags/changing incontinence padsTo be sensitive to the privacy and individual needs of the clientsEnsure all necessary documentation is completed dailyAct quickly and responsibly in cases of emergencyAdhering to professional standardsCarry out other ad hoc duties as requested by the Home ManagerRequirements and skills:Committed to health & safetyPut patient care firstA can-do attitude, caring and reliable natureExcellent communicationPatience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situationsSensitivity and understanding, with the ability to respect each resident's dignity and sense of independenceMust have at least 6 months UK care experienceBenefits:Your own Dedicated Consultant to look after your needsWeekly payRegular work – up to 6 shifts per weekSpeedy Registration – within 72 hoursWide range of Mental Health and General Health Clients to choose fromBookings based on your availabilityApp to update your availability and view and accept/decline shiftsFree RegistrationJob Types: Freelance, Temp to perm, Permanent, Part-time, Full-timeSalary: £12.00-£16.00 per hourBenefits:Company eventsFlexitimeReferral programmeSchedule:10 hour shift12 hour shift8 hour shiftDay shiftFlexitimeMonday to FridayNight shiftWeekend availabilitySupplemental pay types:Signing bonusAbility to commute/relocate:Oxford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Work Location: In person
