Health Care Worker

1 month ago

Bangor, United Kingdom Provincial Care Service Agency Full time

**JOB TITLE**:Health Care Worker**

**LOCATION**:Bangor - Co Down Area** (Services User Homes)

**RESPONSIBLE TO**:Registered Provider/ Registered Manager**

**REPORTS TO**:Area Manager**

**Driving Licence beneficial but not essential (mileage paid)**

**JOB PURPOSE**:To enable Service Users to continue to lead as far as possible, full and independent lives in the comfort and safety of their own homes.

Provincial Care Services aim to provide Domiciliary Care to vulnerable people living at home of any age, gender, sexual orientation, religious or cultural origins, irrespective of race or disability and to give practical support to carers.

**ROLE**:To work under the direction of Area Manager, participating in the team and assisting with the personal care and other tasks as necessary to Service Users in the community, taking appropriate responsibility for certain tasks as allocated. The job requires high standards of cleanliness and hygiene and the ability to work on one's own in the Service Users house, co-operating with Service User and / or relatives as necessary. Care Assistants must maintain the highest standards of care at all times.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

Duties include:
**1. Practical Support**
- Household cleaning / bed making
- Heat and serve meals

**2.** **Personal Care**
- Washing
- Bathing
- Toileting
- Continence management
- Oral care
- Shaving
- Dressing & undressing
- Pressure care
- Getting up and putting to bed
- Helping with eating
- Call / checking service through day / Evening

**3. Sitting**
- Day
- Evening

**4.0** To become familiar with and understanding the care plan of each Service User assigned to their care and of the goals to be aimed for in each case.

**4.1 ** To carry out the duties required of them in relation to such care plans to a highly professional standard, as appropriate to the individual needs of each Service User. To assist each Service User with personal hygiene, self-care and exercise as appropriate.

**4.2** To provide hot / cold drinks to Service Users and, where necessary, hot meals and snacks.

**4.3 **To use hoists and any other equipment provided at Service Users home for the ease of transferring the Service User from place to place. To ensure use the Moving and Handling techniques as per training to ensure safe transfer of Service Users. The Service Users we provide care for include and are not limited to elderly and disabled. We care for Service Users with physical disabilities, mental difficulties, terminal illness etc, in line with care plans.

**4.4** At all times staff are required to adhere to manual handling techniques as per training, where there is no equipment in situ. These Service Users can range from ability to move themselves and therefore particular attention needs to be given to those Service Users with limited or restricted movements and ability. Good recording is expected at all times with all Service Users, but particular attention must be given to those Service Users where their ability is deteriorating, staff must contact and report to their Area Manager.

**4.5** To be alert at all times to the safety and well-being of Service Users in their care and to take appropriate steps to safeguard Service Users from accident or injury, and to report any accident / hazards however slight, immediately, in line with Provincial Care Service's policies.

**4.6** To adhere to the rights and wishes of Service Users and observe strictly the ethical code of confidentiality in all matters coming to their knowledge in the discharge of their duties.

**4.7** To maintain documentation in the Service User(s) home and elsewhere as requested by Provincial Care Services.

**4.8** To keep any appointments or arrangements that are made for them (by the Area Manager). Care Assistants who are unable to report for duty for any reason whatsoever must telephone the Area Manager immediately to arrange a replacement. Under no circumstances may any person who is not under contract to Provincial Care Services be introduced as a Care Assistant to Service Users.

**4.9** To inform Provincial Care Services immediately if they wish to leave their duty before it is completed so that alternative arrangements can be made to ensure the Service User is not uncared for.

**4.10** To be aware by constant observation of any changes in Service Users mental and / or physical condition and report to a qualified nurse and / or GP forthwith. Care Assistants should also inform the Area Manager of Provincial Care Services.

**4.11** To notify changes of their address and / or telephone number to the Area Manager.

**4.12** To report to the office if team members have not turned up for work or if calls are being carried out incorrectly (for example a double up call carried out by one person).

**5.0** To wear the authorised Provincial Care Services uniform at all times with an Identification badge when they are providing services. These will remain the property of Provincial Ca

  • Health Care Assistant/support Worker(Agency)

    5 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Ametrine Nursing Care Full time

    Ametrine Nursing Care are currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants to join our healthcare division. This is an exciting opportunity for nurses looking to take on extra shifts or thinking of a career change. **Essentials**: - NVQ / QCF Level 3 Certificate in Health / Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification - A fluent level of English both written...

  • Health Care Assistant

    5 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Ametrine Nursing Care Full time

    Ametrine Nursing Care are currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants to join our healthcare division. This is an exciting opportunity for nurses looking to take on extra shifts or thinking of a career change. **Essentials**: - NVQ / QCF Level 3 Certificate in Health / Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification - A fluent level of English both written...

  • Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    The post holder will support the trained nurse and other health care professionals in the delivery of the highest standard of patient focused care. Improve the Quality of the fundamental aspects of Health and Social Care for people who are acutely or chronically ill, frail or disabled. All HCSW posts will be recruited on the basis that they will complete...

  • Care Assistant

    2 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Medigig Health Care Services Ltd Full time

    Looking for Health Care Workers and Senior Health Care Workers for agency work. Must have NVQ Level 2 or working towards it. Manual Handling Training Preferred. Must be Registered with Social Care Wales, OR Depending on certain criteria be willing to Register with Social Care Wales. DBS Check Enhance within last 3 months - or if you need a new one, we...

  • Senior Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    An exciting opportunity has become available for an experience health care assistant to join our team on the Children's Ward. Our ward provides high quality care to children, young people and their families. We provide both acute care and elective care for children and young people through a variety of specialities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable...

  • Support Worker/care Assistant

    1 day ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Complete Care Full time

    **Role: Care Assistant** **Pay Rate: £10.42 -£11.50 + double time on Bank Holidays** **Hours: Only full time hours available (36h per week)** **Working hours are on a shift pattern rota basis including some weekend working** Looking for a fulfilling career in healthcare? Join the UK's largest healthcare company as a Complex Care Assistant! Here at...

  • Support Worker/care Assistant

    16 hours ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Complete Care Full time

    **Role: Care Assistant** **Pay Rate: £10.42 -£11.50 + double time on Bank Holidays** **Hours: Only full time hours available (36h per week)** **Working hours are on a shift pattern rota basis including some weekend working** Looking for a fulfilling career in healthcare? Join the UK's largest healthcare company as a Complex Care Assistant! Here at...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Cera Care Full time

    We're looking for Support Workers in Bangor, as a Support Worker with Allied you will be playing a fundamental part in improving vulnerable people's lives through the care and support that you provide. Previous experience is required due to the complexity of the customer's needs, parkinsons, demential and learning disability. You will be supporting with...

  • Health care Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Hays Full time

    Hays Social Care are looking for a Healthcare Support Worker for a Client in Bangor. Your new company Hays Social Care are working with a well-known client in Bangor who are passionate about improving quality of life through compassionate support and care. They encourage sustainable independent living for people living with a disability. Your new role As...

  • Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    We are pleased to offer a vacancy for a caring and motivated Health Care Assistant to join the Midwifery Team at Ysbyty Gwynedd. This will involve working in Labour Ward, Maternity Outpatient Assessment Unit and the Antenatal and Postnatal Ward. Main duties will include assisting the midwifery team with the delivery of patient care whilst maintaining a...

  • Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    We have a vacancy for a motivated, dynamic band 2 health care assistant on the acute medical assessment unit. This is a fast paced unit for patients with a range of acute medical conditions. Assist the registered nurse to deliver a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patients' dignity and equality is maintained at all times. Ensure...

  • Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    An exciting opportunity to join our nursing team on Dulas Ward, Ysbyty Gwynedd as a Health Care Assistant. Dulas is a 29 bedded medical and surgical ward An opportunity has become available to join our team on Dulas Ward as a Health Care Assistant. The ward is a combined medical and surgical ward, specialising in ENT, Orthopaedics, Care of the Elderly and...

  • Health Care Assistant

    1 month ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team on Prysor Ward. The individual will be working alongside other members of staff, on a day and night shift pattern. The individual will be providing nursing care for a variety of patients on a busy stroke unit. There will be ongoing training opportunities for the successful applicant. By becoming...

  • Health Care Assistant

    7 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    Job summary An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team on Glyder Ward ( Cardiology ) within Ysbyty Gwynedd on a part time permanent basis. Glyder ward is a 18 bedded Cardiology ward, with hard working staff who strive to provide high standards of care to our patients. Main duties of the job Applicants must have...

  • Health Care Assistant

    16 hours ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    Job summary An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team on Glyder Ward ( Cardiology ) within Ysbyty Gwynedd on a part time permanent basis. Glyder ward is a 18 bedded Cardiology ward, with hard working staff who strive to provide high standards of care to our patients. Main duties of the job Applicants must have...

  • Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Cera Care Full time

    We're looking for Support Workers in the Bangor area, as a Support Worker with Care Quality Services you will be playing a fundamental part in improving vulnerable people's lives through the care and support that you provide. You will be supporting people who have varying needs and abilities but include;learning disabilities, complex needs and mental health...

  • Support Worker

    22 hours ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Cera Care Full time

    We're looking for Support Workers in the Bangor area, as a Support Worker with Care Quality Services you will be playing a fundamental part in improving vulnerable people's lives through the care and support that you provide. You will be supporting people who have varying needs and abilities but include;learning disabilities, complex needs and mental health...

  • Health Care Assistant

    7 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team on Glyder Ward ( Cardiology ) within Ysbyty Gwynedd on a part time permanent basis. Glyder ward is a 18 bedded Cardiology ward, with hard working staff who strive to provide high standards of care to our patients. Applicants must have an approachable manner necessary to deal with...

  • Health Care Assistant

    7 days ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    Job overview An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our team on Glyder Ward ( Cardiology ) within Ysbyty Gwynedd on a part time permanent basis. Glyder ward is a bedded Cardiology ward, with hard working staff who strive to provide high standards of care to our patients.  Main duties of the job Applicants must have an...

  • Bank Health Care Assistant

    2 months ago

    Bangor, United Kingdom Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Full time

    To assist registered nurses deliver evidence based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers. Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the under the supervision for periods the period of the shift. Assist the...