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Community Care Assistant

2 months ago

Castleford, Wakefield, United Kingdom The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Full time

Position Overview

Are you considering a role in community healthcare?

If you are dedicated to providing safe, effective, and compassionate support to individuals in their own homes, while helping to avoid unnecessary hospital stays, you may find a fulfilling opportunity here. Join a committed, dynamic, and welcoming Adult Community Nursing Service.

This is a pivotal moment to become part of our Adult Community Nursing Service as we evolve to meet the diverse needs of our communities, aligning with the NHS Long-Term Plan. We are collaborating with partners to enhance both the delivery and accessibility of our services, including the establishment of Integrated Neighbourhood Teams.

During our recruitment events, we will highlight key elements of our services and share the remarkable work being done within the Trust, ensuring you feel supported and valued throughout your onboarding process. Our goal is to help you achieve your full potential and instill confidence in delivering high-quality care to our service users.

If selected for an interview, you will have the opportunity to engage with members of our nursing teams and ask any questions regarding the position. The interview process will be competitive, but we encourage you to share your aspirations and address any inquiries you may have.

Note: A valid Driving License is required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

As an organization, we are devoted to the growth of our staff and will provide the necessary support for you to develop your professional portfolio during your tenure. Our Adult Community Services feature an outstanding Practice Education Team that will assist in your development, enabling you to deliver exceptional care to a varied patient population. You will receive comprehensive induction training, and we offer flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed during the interview.

Your primary responsibilities will include collaborating within the Integrated Neighbourhood team, where you will have the chance to enhance your knowledge and experience in providing care to patients in their homes across various clinical environments. A list of essential and additional clinical competencies required for this role is included in the attached job description.

About Our Organization

We deliver care and support to over a million individuals in the community, ensuring they receive assistance in their homes and various community settings.

We are committed to excellence and are at the forefront of innovation and research, investing in the education and development of our workforce.

Our core values include caring, improving, respecting, and maintaining high standards. We prioritize listening and learning to make our organization the best place for both employees and those receiving care.

We embrace diversity and welcome talent and enthusiasm from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, neurodivergence, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. Our policies ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently.

We take pride in our staff networks, which provide valuable insights and feedback from those with lived experiences.

If you share our values and are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Job Duties

Under the guidance of a registered professional, you will actively participate in the execution of planned nursing care, adhering to the scope of your role, which may involve:

  • Chaperoning patients
  • Escorting and transferring patients
  • Providing one-on-one patient-centered care or caring for a group of patients requiring enhanced support

You will also:

  • Demonstrate your duties to new team members and supervise the work of students and Healthcare Support Workers
  • Manage frequent exposure to emotional and distressing situations
  • Assist in the care of patients at the end of life and post-mortem
  • Order supplies under the direction of the nurse in charge
  • Engage in patient and public involvement initiatives
  • Contribute to maintaining cleanliness and order in the work environment
  • Complete mandatory and role-specific training
  • Record and escalate patient physiological observations
  • Demonstrate an understanding of sepsis and when to escalate to a registered professional
  • Act independently while delivering patient care, with supervision readily available

You will undertake a variety of core skills, including:

  • Venepuncture
  • Patient observations (blood pressure, oxygen saturation, heart rate, respiration, temperature, pain score, NEWS score)
  • Peripheral cannula removal
  • Swabbing for MRSA, FLU, COVID
  • Sample collection (urine dip, catheter, MSU, feces, sputum)
  • Blood glucose and ketone testing
  • ECG
  • Wound observation and simple dressing changes
  • Bladder scanning
  • Skin assessments
  • Catheter removal and insertion
  • Pregnancy testing

Additional role-specific clinical skills may also be required (see Addendum One).

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 in numeracy and literacy (or equivalent)
  • Completion of the Care Certificate with evidence of both theoretical and practical assessments
  • Level 3 health-related Certificate/Diploma from a recognized educational institution
  • For existing staff, evidence of Band 2 competency booklet completion
  • New employees must demonstrate competency in core skills outlined in the Band 3 job description

Desirable

  • Additional qualifications and training relevant to this position

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Flexibility and accuracy in work
  • Clear and concise communication skills, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to maintain positive working relationships
  • Commitment to a safe working environment
  • Willingness to undertake various tasks
  • Ability to perform under pressure
  • Competency in a range of core skills

Desirable

  • Experience with complex health needs

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a Health and Social Care setting in a Band 2 role or equivalent

Desirable

  • Familiarity with NHS digital systems

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Ability to use initiative
  • Awareness of risks and the ability to alert appropriate personnel
  • Basic knowledge of IT systems
  • Capacity to learn new skills and adapt existing knowledge
  • Understanding of responsibility, accountability, and confidentiality in healthcare
  • Basic understanding of the NHS and the roles of healthcare professionals
  • Knowledge of care procedures and relevant legislation
  • Awareness of data protection and health and safety issues

Desirable

  • Awareness of changes within the NHS
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Positive attitude towards change
  • Motivation and reliability
  • Respect for others' opinions
  • Flexibility regarding work patterns
  • Enthusiasm and respectfulness
  • Caring nature and high standards