Lead Healthcare Assistant

3 weeks ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity has emerged for dedicated, passionate, and highly skilled Healthcare Assistants to become integral members of our teams within the Elderly Care departments.

Healthcare Assistants play a vital role in our organization, collaborating closely with Registered Nurses to deliver outstanding care to our patients.

If you aspire to join a team renowned for its commitment to high-quality care, ensuring patient safety and a positive experience, this role may be ideal for you.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy teamwork, and are committed to providing dignified care to our patients, we encourage you to consider this position.

Important Note: Proven experience in care and/or a Care Certificate (or equivalent) is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

You will address both the direct and indirect care needs of patients under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Additionally, you will fulfill the Trust's requirements regarding induction, mandatory, and statutory training.

Maintaining high standards of patient care in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines will be a priority.

You will function as an effective member of the nursing and broader multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

It is essential to operate within the defined scope of the Healthcare Assistant role and to refer to the Registered Nurse as necessary.

About Our Organization

We are the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, providing hospital and community health services to nearly one million individuals across the region. Our dedicated workforce delivers care from acute hospitals, community hospitals, clinics, and in patients' homes.

As one of the largest NHS organizations in England, we employ over 12,000 staff members.

We take pride in supporting our employees by offering a variety of training and development opportunities, along with flexible working arrangements.

In addition to assisting you in achieving your career aspirations, we provide a comprehensive pension scheme, additional payments for unsocial hours (where applicable), 27 days of annual leave upon commencement (pro rata), and access to various NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing program offers a range of services.

Our philosophy emphasizes that Time Matters to everyone. Throughout the Trust, we focus on enhancing our processes and eliminating those that cause delays for our staff and patients.

We are committed to improving our services through a partnership with a leading electronic patient record (EPR) provider, which will significantly enhance the experience for both staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to expand your skills and knowledge, we welcome your interest.

Job Responsibilities

For comprehensive details regarding the responsibilities and duties associated with this role, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential:

  • Care Certificate obtained
  • Evidence of completed competencies as part of a professional portfolio
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Desirable:

  • Evidence of functional skills or willingness to undertake

Experience

Essential:

  • Prior experience in a healthcare setting

Desirable:

  • Experience within an acute care environment

Knowledge

Essential:

  • Understanding of the role of caregivers in assisting patients with basic human needs
  • Familiarity with clinical procedures and patient observations

Desirable:

  • Awareness of risk management and health and safety considerations, including safe manual handling practices.

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