Healthcare Assistant

An exciting opportunity has emerged within South East Essex Community Health Services to be part of a the inpatient intermediate care frailty/ Stroke facility at Rochford Hospital.

Would you like to work in a team that is passionate about providing the best possible patient centred care? If so, then this could be the role for you.

At Essex University Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, we are looking for talented and caring healthcare assistants to join our inpatient team

To assist the senior team in providing care and physical rehabilitation to people who require short term period of recovery outside their own homes following a an acute event or deterioration that may or may not have resulted in an acute hospital stay. The aim is to provide person centered rehabilitation to enable patients to reach their maximum potential and live as independently as possible.

Encourage patients to participate in activities of daily living and facilitate their active involvement in therapeutic activities.

Assist the patient work towards rehabilitation goals to enhance independence and wellbeing.

Ensure active involvement in manual handling of patients as required - in line with the Trust’s Manual Handling Policy.

To work within the guidance of the Infection Control Policy and wearing appropriate protective clothing at all times.

Observe record and report changes in the patient’s health and environment to senior staff.

To be familiar with the steps to be taken in medical emergencies and act accordingly.

Complete observations including urinalysis and blood sugar monitoring as required.

Collect patient specimens as required.

Observe and record dietary needs and fluid intake as required.

Assist the senior team with visits case conferences etc. as necessary.

Work directly with the therapists within the team to support them providing effective assessment and treatment.

Assist in planning work together with the senior Team.

Assist in contributing to care planning and risk management plans.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
Season Ticket Loans

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent Training facilities and opportunities

Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work

Day One Flexible Employer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CLINICAL

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and when necessary on own initiative.

To provide direct care and rehabilitation to the patients served by the team.

To act in a manner that protects and maintains the patient’s sense of dignity and respect, while observing their individual religious and cultural practices.

In accordance with EPUT confidentiality policy. Being aware that any information received whilst on duty if confidential.

Act as direct support to members of the team including the Ward Manager, nurses and therapists and all support staff to ensure the effective service provision.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENT/CLIENT CARE

Encourage patients to participate in activities of daily living and facilitate their active involvement in therapeutic activities.

Assist the patient work towards rehabilitation goals to enhance independence and wellbeing.

Ensure active involvement in manual handling of patients as required - in line with the Trust’s Manual Handling Policy.

To work within the guidance of the Infection Control Policy and wearing appropriate protective clothing at all times.

Observe record and report changes in the patient’s health and environment to senior staff.

To be familiar with the steps to be taken in medical emergencies and act accordingly.

Complete observations including urinalysis and blood sugar monitoring as required.

Collect patient specimens as required.

Observe and record dietary needs and fluid intake as required.

Assist the senior team with visits case conferences etc. as necessary.

Work directly with the therapists within the team to support them providing effective assessment and treatment.

Assist in planning work together with the senior Team.

Assist in contributing to care planning and risk management plans.

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Ensure excellent communication skills with patients and carers at all times.

Ensure adherence to record keeping policy and the use of System One achieving accurate records and reporting any changes to senior staff with due regard to confidentiality.

Establish and maintain a good professional working relationship with colleagues and other professionals both internal and external to the team.

Be responsible for working with colleagues, seeking to improve the quality of services provided to our patients.

Be responsible for communicating accurate information.

Be aware of your working environment and report an