Health Care Assistant Papplewick Ward Nottingham, England
Job description
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Health Care assistant on Papplewick Ward at NUH City Campus.
Candidates will be required to carry out a number of designated tasks, of which will involve direct care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.
In addition to the above summary you need to familiarise yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Main Duties of the Job:
Clinical
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing procedures following verification of competency and assist with the care and treatment of patients.
This will include: assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures.
assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients’ observations including temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure and completing patient fluid balance charts
assisting with meeting the dietary needs of patients which will include distribution of drinks and meals and assisting and supervising patients meeting their nutritional needs.
Working for our organisation
Papplewick Ward relies on team work and close professional relationships due to the ever changing demands of the Ward.
The vacancy would suit anyone who enjoys being part of a team, enjoys looking after patients with a wide variety of cardiac conditions. A keen, enthusiastic and motivated individual would enjoy the demands of a Health Care Assistant on Papplewick ward.
Our organisation is driven by our strategic objectives and organisational values and we are looking for an individual who is strongly aligned with them
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing procedures following verification of competency and assist with the care and treatment of patients.
This will include: assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures.
assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients’ temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure and completing patient fluid balance charts
assisting with meeting the dietary needs of patients which will include distribution of drinks and meals and helping patients to eat and drink as required.
Make verbal reports to senior nursing staff regarding the patients in the ward as necessary, following this up with written documentation as needed.
Ensure that patients are helped to retain their dignity and individuality.
Participate in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients as required.
Direct and escort patients and visitors around the clinic/ward and to other departments
Report back to registered staff all concerns about the patients condition
Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe-keeping of patients' property, in accordance with Patients' Property Procedure.
Be aware of the need for confidentiality both in the written and spoken word.
Comply with all Trust policies with particular regard to the policies and procedures carried out in the event of maintaining staff and patient safety.
Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.
Sister/Charge Nurse and are integral to the role requirements and specialty area. Under normal circumstances these must be completed in accordance with the ‘Working in New Way’s Policy and Guidelines
Housekeeping,. Prepare beds, trolleys and equipment ready for admission, Assist in unpacking, checking and storing supplies delivered to the area, reporting when stocks are low and keeping clinical area safe, clean and tidy.
Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.
Be aware of need for own personal development and be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.
Have a clear understanding of their responsibilities relating to their duty of care
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE grades C or above in English
- NVQ/QCF 2 in Health Care
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous or Current experince working in a hospital setting as a Health Care Assistant
Desirable criteria
- Complation of Working in new ways packages
Communication and relationships
Essential criteria
- Good telephone Skills
- Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass on information accurately
Desirable criteria
- Demonstarte computer literacy and use of IT skills
Analytical and Judgement Skill
Essential criteria
- understand the importance of instructions and written procedures
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstarte effective time management skills
Physical Skills
Essential criteria
- Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties
- Capable of using equipment within a work environment under supervision
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of moving and Handling Training
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Bring your whole self to work for us at NUH. We love diversity and we value your difference, your unique skills, knowledge and experience. Becoming one of our people may realise your potential, helping us to raise our performance in delivering world class healthcare to the diverse patient populations we serve.
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are currently under-represented at NUH.
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Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Communication: All communication related to your application will be via the email address you have provided. Please ensure you check your email account including your junk email regularly.
Easy read application: if you have a disability and find it difficult to complete our online application form, you can apply via our easy read application which you can find on the intranet https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/easy-read-job-application
Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
Skilled Workers Visa: We welcome applications from individuals who require a skilled worker visa in line with the Home Office regulations. NON-UK/NON SETTLED candidates may not be appointed, if a suitably qualified and skilled UK/SETTLED candidate is successful at interview stage as it is unlikely that the Trust is able to satisfy the Home Office Visa requirements
ID and Right to work checks: NUH authenticate all ID and right to work documentation such as passports, visa’s and driving license through a system called Trust ID. NUH will scan your ID and right to work documentation in to the Trust ID system at your face to face ID appointment. The system will run a check against the key security features within your documentation. The system will provide us with an outcome of your check which will be stored securely on your personal file along with all other pre-employment check documentation.
Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
