HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT Milton Keynes, England
Job description
Department : Ward 3, 18, 19
Band 2 pro rata if part-time
Hours: Fulltime and part-time hours available, Internal rotation. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Wards 3, 18 and 19 are general medical wards which cover a variety of medical conditions, all with a passion for Care of the Elderly and Dementia care.
We are looking for pro-active, enthusiastic, compassionate individuals who understand the importance of excellence in bed-side care and who enjoy working as part of a team.
Previous experience is not a requirement.
We offer a comprehensive induction which includes a bespoke 4 day Fundamentals of Care Course and support with completing your care certificate.
The role of the HCA is to assist the nursing team in the delivery of safe effective care to the
patient.
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
To assist all team members as required in the direct delivery of patient care. This may involve assisting patients with eating, drinking and meeting personal hygiene needs.
To have knowledge of basic clinical observations and an understanding of the correct escalation process, making judgements on when to report patient conditions to a senior member of staff.
To assist, where appropriate, in the induction of new staff within the department, demonstrating duties to new starters
To organise own daily workload, adjusting and prioritising appropriately as the ward actively dictates.
Communicate factual information to patients regarding their condition within your clinical remit. Patients may have barriers to understanding such as a physical or mental disability, including dementia and so information will need to be delivered with tact, empathy, and sensitivity.
You may need to use persuasive skills to encourage patients to engage and undertake activities of daily living.
To ensure that patients, relatives needs are met in a courteous, helpful, and
compassionate manner.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
