Healthcare Assistant

Job overview

-To assist the registered nurse in the delivery of high quality and person-centered care.

-To provide fundamental nursing care, e.g., assistance with personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility needs, washing under direct or indirect supervision.

- To carry out limited clinical observations and undertake a range of activities under direct or indirect supervision by a registered nurse, having been assessed as deemed competent in the activities required.

-To maintain high clinical standards

- To help maintain a clean and safe ward environment.

- To contribute to the department and organization in the provision of a safe and caring environment.

-The postholder may be required to work anywhere within the Trust. Key working relationships include all members of the multi-professional team, including nursing and medical staff, allied health professionals and relevant support workers.

• To provide personal and social care for patient.

• To provide psychological support for patients and their families/carers.

• To work as an effective team member collaborating with the other health and social care teams.

• To assist in the timely discharge of patients from the hospital.

• Participate in weekend rotas 24/7 day working rotas as required.

Main duties of the job

You’ll work under the guidance of a healthcare professional such as a nurse and your job will vary depending on where you’re based. In a hospital, responsibilities include:

• washing and dressing patients
• serving meals and helping to feed patients
• helping people to move around
• making beds
• making patients feel comfortable
• monitoring patients’ conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations and weight

It can also be an exciting stepping stone into many other NHS roles. As a Band 3 you’ll be supported with development opportunities to complete the national Care Certificate and work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social care. There are further opportunities to complete a foundation Degree or to become a Nursing Associate or Registered Nurse.

Band 3s usually work standard hours of around 37.5 hours per week. However, part time options are also available. There could be shifts that involve nights, days, or a combination of both. Band 3s are paid on the Agenda for Change pay system, starting at band 3.

Career routes

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

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