Advanced Care Assistant

3 weeks ago

Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Band 3 Senior Healthcare Assistant to become part of our Urgent Care Service.

Our Urgent Care Services deliver immediate health, therapy, and care assistance to help individuals stay within their community or home settings. This includes providing care for individuals experiencing acute health issues that might otherwise necessitate hospital admission, as well as facilitating safe transitions from hospital to home. Our service operates 24/7 throughout the year.

At Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, we collaborate with East Kent Hospitals University Trust to innovate a virtual ward for patients with acute respiratory conditions, such as chest infections, or those with chronic conditions like COPD, allowing them to receive care in their homes.

Patients who opt for early discharge from the hospital will be monitored at home through advanced technology, including applications, wearable devices, or other remote medical tools, and will receive support from a consultant, specialist GP, or advanced practitioner. The specific technologies to be utilized are currently being determined as we work alongside patients and colleagues to design the wards in the upcoming months.

Key Responsibilities

As a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Assistant, your role will include:

  • Delivering components of prescribed care packages under the oversight of a Nurse, Therapist, or Healthcare Practitioner.
  • Contributing to the ongoing assessment and evaluation of delegated caseloads, reporting all clinical and behavioral outcomes to the supervising nurse or therapist to facilitate re-assessments.
  • Performing and documenting delegated clinical tasks that have been previously authorized, including baseline vital signs, routine urinalysis, glucose monitoring, wound care, falls prevention, and equipment provision, while promoting independence through daily living activities.
  • Collaborating effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality care for patients.
  • Planning and executing straightforward tasks in accordance with established operating procedures and protocols, undertaking roles and responsibilities as assigned by a nurse or therapist.
  • Conducting clinical interventions using various methods, including leading group and individual therapy sessions as part of prescribed care packages after achieving the necessary competencies as delegated by a nurse or therapist.

Please note that due to the nature of visiting patients in their homes, access to a vehicle is required for this position.

Additional Information

This role may involve weekend shifts.

About Us

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and services to enhance the health of our communities. To achieve this, we seek remarkable individuals who share our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive, and Excellent.

We believe that a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion leads to improved patient care and a more satisfied workforce. We take pride in our diverse environment and encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

We collect information regarding your protected characteristics during the application process. This information is confidential and only accessible to those involved in the shortlisting process, except for candidates applying under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Shortlisters will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure adherence to the principles of this scheme.

The data we gather helps us attract a diverse pool of applicants, ensuring equitable access to career opportunities for all our colleagues, and supports our mission to be a Great Place to Work.

As a flexible working-friendly organization, we aim to provide you with the opportunity to work in a manner that benefits both our patients and your personal commitments. We encourage discussions about flexible working arrangements that accommodate your needs.

Explore the career pathways available with Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Job Responsibilities

The job description and person specification provide comprehensive information about this role. Please review the criteria carefully and share your relevant experiences in your application. If you require an application form in a different format, please inform our recruitment team.

For any inquiries, the recruiting manager is available to assist you.

Due to high application volumes for certain roles, we recommend submitting your application promptly. A vacancy may close early if there is significant interest.

At Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, we strongly encourage all colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. This commitment helps ensure the safety of our staff and the patients we serve.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant level 3 qualification (NVQ/QCF Diploma or certificate of care/Advanced apprenticeship or equivalent or working towards) and Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths).

Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Healthcare Assistant/Worker in a health or social care environment.
  • Experience working collaboratively within a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various IT applications (E-Pay/E-roster/AT-P/CIS).

Desirable

  • Experience in a community nursing setting.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Awareness of developments within the NHS.
  • Knowledge of current clinical practices.
  • Understanding of the role and responsibilities of unregistered workers.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to organize personal workload effectively.
  • Capacity to adapt to change.
  • Initiative and moderate IT skills.
  • Valid UK driving license/permit and access to a vehicle.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Empathetic and supportive nature.
  • Ability to perform under pressure.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.

Ability to Manage

Essential

  • Capacity to prioritize care delivery professionally, in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
  • Effective time management skills.

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