Health Care Assistant

6 months ago

Sevenoaks, United Kingdom first choice nursing Full time

**Position Overview**:As a Healthcare Assistant working with First choice nursing, you will play a crucial role in providing essential support and care to patients in various healthcare settings. You will work under the guidance of registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care, promote patient comfort, and contribute to the overall well-being of individuals in need. Your responsibilities will span a range of tasks aimed at assisting with daily activities, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring patients' physical and emotional needs are met.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Personal Care**: Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, ensuring their dignity and privacy are respected.

**Mobility Assistance**: Help patients move around safely, using proper techniques and equipment, to prevent falls and ensure their comfort.

**Observation and Reporting**: Monitor patients' physical and mental condition, noting any changes or concerns, and promptly report them to the supervising healthcare professional.

**Vital Signs**: Take and record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate, accurately and as instructed.

**Medication Support**: Assist with medication reminders, administration, and recording as per established protocols and under supervision.

**Assistance with Meals**: Provide support during meal times, including feeding patients who require assistance, and adhering to any dietary restrictions.

**Documentation**: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including observations, care provided, and any other relevant information.

**Infection Control**: Follow proper infection control protocols to maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and healthcare staff.

**Comfort and Emotional Support**: Offer companionship and emotional support to patients, engaging in conversations, listening actively, and providing reassurance.

**Assistance with Medical Procedures**: Assist registered nurses or healthcare professionals during medical procedures, treatments, and therapies as required.

**Patient Safety**: Prioritize patient safety by identifying and addressing potential hazards or risks in the healthcare environment.

**Communication**: Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, patients, and their families, ensuring open and clear communication about patients' conditions and needs.

**Professional Development**: Participate in training and development opportunities provided by the agency to enhance your skills and knowledge.

**Compliance**: Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and relevant regulations, ensuring ethical and professional conduct at all times.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- **Healthcare Experience**: Previous experience as a healthcare assistant, nursing assistant, or similar role is preferred.
- **Basic Healthcare Knowledge**: Familiarity with basic medical terminology, infection control, and patient care techniques.
- **Compassion**: A genuine desire to help others and provide compassionate care to individuals with varying needs.
- **Communication Skills**: Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- **Adaptability**: Ability to work in different healthcare settings, adapt to changing patient needs, and follow instructions.
- **Reliability**: Consistent attendance and punctuality to fulfill shifts and meet patients' needs.
- **Physical Stamina**: Capability to handle physical demands of the job, including standing, lifting, and assisting with patient mobility.
- **Certification**: Possession of relevant certifications or training in healthcare assistance is beneficial.
- **DBS Check**: A clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable populations.

**Note**: This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the Healthcare Assistant role with an agency in the UK. Specific job duties and requirements may vary based on the agency and the healthcare settings you are assigned to.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 60 per week

**Salary**: £20,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Sevenoaks, Kent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

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