Health Care Assistant

2 weeks ago

Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

Band 2

**Main area**
- Ambulatory Care
- **Grade**
- Band 2
- **Contract**
- Permanent
- **Hours**
- Full time
- **Job ref**
- 164-5201443**Site**
- Treatment Centre
- **Town**
- Nottingham
- **Salary**
- £20,669 - £21,318
- **Salary period**
- Yearly
- **Closing**
- 02/05/2023 23:59Job overview

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 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. Ensure that patients are helped to retain their dignity and individuality. Participate in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients as required.

Main duties of the job

Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary. Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines. Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards. Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner. 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. Assist and participate in the implementation of Essence of Care benchmarking, the productive ward initiatives. Have a clear understanding of their responsibilities relating to their duty of care Attend any Mandatory training as required.

Working for our organisation

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing 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. Under the supervision of a registered Nurse assisting patients in taking medications including nebulisers Assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients’ temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure and completing patient fluid balance charts. Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe-keeping of patients' property, in accordance with Patients' Property Procedure. Be aware of the need for confidentiality both in the written and spoken word. Comply with all Trust policies with particular regard to the policies and procedures carried out in the event of maintaining staff and patient safety

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
- Previous experience in dealing with customers, patients or clients in a work environment

Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in a health or social care setting

Training & Qualifications

Essential criteria
- Level of education to be assessed prior to interview

Desirable criteria
- NVQ / QCF 2 in Healthcare ECDL
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Bring your whole self to work for us at NUH. We love diversity and we value your difference, your unique skills, knowledge and experience. Becoming one of our people may realise your potential, helping us to raise our performance in delivering world class healthcare to the diverse patient populations we serve.

**Salary**: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.

Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.

At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria

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