Healthcare Assistant

Healthcare Assistant Nottingham, England

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Full Time Nottingham, England 22383 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Harvey 2 is a busy and dynamic mixed female /male ward with 4 specialities breast, plastics, urology and Gynae-Oncology.

Harvey 2 admits elective surgical patients undergoing either day case procedures and elective surgery.

As a HCA on the ward you will provide care to a vast range of surgical and emergency patients.

The ward team will work with you to develop your competency relevant to the area within an agreed time frame.

Alongside the busy ward we run a full bra fitting service for breast patients and have a dedicated dressings clinic for plastic, hands and complex wounds.

The ward is committed to providing the highest quality of care and maintaining consistently high standards in a professional and friendly atmosphere.

We have a caring and supportive team of nurses dedicated to the delivery of effective patient care.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team are essential.

Personal and professional development is actively supported.

There are numerous opportunities for healthcare assistants with a keen interest in the development of link roles.

We offer opportunities for professional development and will support staff to undertake further study.

Applicants should be:
Be willing to develop clinical skills within required timescales
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be able to prioritise workload and work well within a team

If you are committed to providing patient focused care we would like to hear from you.

As a caring and positive person you will be committed to delivering high quality care whilst adhering to the trust values and behaviours.

Harvey 2 cares for patients undergoing planned elective surgery for 4 specialties. We are currently a 27 bedded ward and also provide a 5 day complex dressings clinic
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical

HWB2 Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing

HWB5 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 patients in taking medications including nebulisers under the supervision of registered staff

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.

1.2 Core1 Make verbal reports to senior nursing staff regarding the patients in the ward as necessary, following this up with written documentation as needed.

1.3 Core 6 Ensure that patients are helped to retain their dignity and individuality.

1.4 HWB 5 Participate in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients as required.

1.5 EF3 Direct and escort patients and visitors around the clinic/ward and to other departments

1.6 Core1 Report back to registered staff all concerns about the patient’s condition

1.7 Core 5 Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe-keeping of patients' property, in accordance with Patients' Property Procedure.

1.8 Core1 Be aware of the need for confidentiality both in the written and spoken word.

1.9 Core 5 Comply with all Trust policies with particular regard to the policies and

Procedures carried out in the event of maintaining staff and patient safety.

1.10 Core 3 Report all accidents and untoward incidents to the nurse in charge of the area and complete an incident form in accordance with Trust policy.

1.11 Core5 Report problems with equipment and facilities to the nurse in charge

1.12 Core2 Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.

1.13 Undertake any ‘Working in New Ways Packages’, which have been identified by the Ward 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

Directorate specific Clinical responsibilities
1.14Add any specific criteria relating to the clinical area.

Housekeeping

2.1 Prepare beds, trolleys and equipment ready for admission.

2.2 Assist in unpacking, checking and storing supplies delivered to the area, reporting when stocks are low.

2.3 Keep clinical area safe, clean and tidy.

General

3.1 Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary.

3.2 Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines.

3.3 Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards.

3.4 Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.

3.5 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.

3.6 Assist and participate in the implementation of Essence of Care benchmarking, the productive ward initiatives

3.7 Have a clear understanding of their responsibilities relating to their duty of care

GENERAL DUTIES

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below:

Infection Control

To maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the Trust’s standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control.

Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults

Nottingham University Hospitals is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.

Information Governance

All staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all NHS records effectively in line with the Health Record Keeping Policy and other Health Records and Corporate Records Management policies and procedures in order to meet the Trust’s legal, regulatory and accountability requirements.

Health and Safety

To take reasonable care to prevent injury to themselves or others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

To co-operate fully in discharging the Trust policies and procedures with regard to health and safety matters.

To immediately report to their manager any shortcomings in health and safety procedures and practice.

To report any accidents or dangerous incidents to their immediate manager and safety representative as early as possible and submit a completed accident/incident form.

To use protective clothing and equipment where provided.

Whilst the aim of the Trust is to promote a co-operative and constructive view of health and safety concerns in the organisation, all staff must be aware that a wilful or irresponsible disregard for safety matters may give rise to disciplinary proceedings.

Governance

To actively participate in governance activities to ensure that the highest standards of care and business conduct are achieved.

Health and Wellbeing

Employees are expected to take all reasonable steps to look after both their physical health and mental health. To support employees to achieve this NUH offers a wide range of health and wellbeing activities and interventions. The full programme can be viewed at on the staff intranet.

Line managers are expected to encourage and support staff to look after their health and wellbeing, including the release of staff to attend health and wellbeing activities and interventions.

General Policies Procedures and Practices

To comply with all Trust policies, procedures and practices and to be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these.

Healthcare Assistant
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

www.nhs.uk
London, United Kingdom
Amanda Pritchard
$5 to $25 million (USD)
10000+ Employees
Government
Insurance Carriers
Insurance
1946
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