Healthcare Assistant- Developmental Role

2 weeks ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom Livewell Southwest Full time

Provide and maintain a high standard of care. Carry out assigned tasks under the direction of a qualified nurse or the supervision of a more senior grade nursing assistant. This includes assisting the patients in all aspects of personal care and life skills within all Mental Health areas. Be conversant with and carry out the Livewell Southwests policies and procedures in the delivery of care and service.

Be familiar with the ward or community-based routines and programmes and carry them out effectively. To always ensure the confidentially of patients and clinical documents at all times. Report any complaints, untoward events, or incidents to qualified nursing staff, and where appropriate under their supervision, complete the appropriate records. Use all available resources safely and economically, seeking guidance where necessary.

Participate in training sessions designed to develop knowledge and skills, and attend in-service training as agreed by your manager. Be conversant with and to carry out Livewell Southwests policies and procedures in the delivery of care and services. To respect the dignity, privacy and independence of patients at all times. To report changes, observations and relevant information to qualified staff.

Be involved in discussion on the development of patient centred programmes To be aware of limitation/competences. Be aware of patients on Mental Health Act restrictions and record/report accordingly to qualified staff. Promote the work of the ward or community area settings for Livewell Southwest at all times. To respond to emergency calls under the guidance of qualified staff.

This will include Personal alarms, Fire and Cardiac arrest (appropriate training to be undertaken). 6. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS To act as an ambassador for Livewell with external agencies and partner organisations. Always address staff, patients and members of the public in a polite and respectful manner either in person or on the telephone.

Be conversant with and comply with all relevant organisational protocols and policies and have valid organisational IT access. Compassionate, caring and kind in their practice. De-escalation skills To support the team in promoting a recovery orientated environment by identifying recovery focused activities and imparting information and education as required. 7.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB The post holder will be competent in computer skills The post holder may be exposed to some working conditions including exposure to vomit, sputum, and body fluids. To agree to undertake Physical Intervention training (in ward-based areas) and breakaway training for community areas and become competent. (This will be part of the training in order to progress to Senior Healthcare Assistant band 3) Shift work including night shifts Emotional and mental resilience



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