Healthcare Assistant - Ward 3 BGH

Job overview

Band 2 HCA working working on Ward 3 BGH Limb reconstruction/Elective Orthopaedics.

Under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of basic care for patients and their families/carer

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Main duties of the job

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality, compassionate, patient-centred care to patients undergoing elective orthopaedic procedures. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the post holder will support patients with their personal care, rehabilitation, comfort, safety, and wellbeing throughout their hospital stay.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assist patients with all aspects of personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and maintaining dignity at all times.
• Support patients with eating and drinking, monitoring nutritional intake where required.
• Provide comfort measures and assist patients with positioning and pressure area care.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and call bells.
• Offer reassurance and emotional support to patients and their relatives/carers.

Rehabilitation and Mobility

• Assist patients with mobilisation following orthopaedic surgery in accordance with individual care plans and guidance from nursing and therapy staff.
• Support patients in the safe use of walking aids and mobility equipment.
• Encourage patients to maintain independence and participate in their rehabilitation programme.
• Assist with transfers using appropriate moving and handling techniques and equipment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

A Band 2 HCA works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and is expected to:

• Assisting patients with activities of daily living, including: Personal hygiene and bathing Dressing and grooming Toileting and continence care Eating and drinking
• Personal hygiene and bathing
• Dressing and grooming
• Toileting and continence care
• Eating and drinking
• Supporting patient mobility and rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery.
• Assisting patients to walk safely using mobility aids as directed by nursing and therapy staff.
• Helping patients maintain comfort and correct positioning in bed and chairs.
• Monitoring and recording fluid intake and output.
• Reporting any changes in a patient's condition promptly to the registered nurse.
• Maintaining patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.

Supporting Patient Recovery

• Encouraging patients to participate in their rehabilitation programme.
• Assisting physiotherapists and occupational therapists with patient mobilisation when appropriate.
• Promoting independence while maintaining patient safety.
• Escorting patients to investigations and appointments.
• Answering call bells promptly and responding appropriately.

Maintaining a Safe Environment

• Preparing bed spaces for admissions and transfers.
• Ensuring equipment is clean and readily available.
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness within the ward environment.
• Adhering to infection prevention and control procedures.
• Assisting with moving and handling patients using approved techniques and equipment.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.