Senior Health Care Assistant

1 week ago

Winton East BH JJ, United Kingdom Frankcare LTD Full time £32,000 - £60,000 per year

Core responsibilitiesA senior HCA's responsibilities fall into two main areas: direct care and team management. Direct care

  • Specialized and clinical tasks: These can include advanced duties, such as simple wound care, and are also more involved in specialized care, including palliative and end-of-life support.
  • Individual care planning: Assist with implementing and evaluating care plans for individual patients or residents.
  • Medication administration: Administer medication according to prescribed schedules and complete accurate medication records.
  • Health monitoring: Take and record physiological measurements and vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and blood glucose.
  • Activities of daily living: Provide compassionate support with personal care tasks like washing, dressing, mobility, and mealtimes.

Team leadership and administration

  • Supervision and guidance: Oversee and guide a team of junior HCAs and new starters on shift.
  • Training and mentorship: Help with the induction and training of new staff members, acting as a role model.
  • Communication: Act as a key point of contact for families and other healthcare professionals. Keep them informed of the patient's progress.
  • Record-keeping: Ensure that care records and other documentation are clear, accurate, and up-to-date.

Key skills and qualificationsTo succeed as a senior HCA, you need a mix of technical ability and interpersonal skills. Qualifications

  • Experience: Previous experience as a healthcare assistant is essential.
  • NVQ Level 3: A Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is typically required or expected to be attained.
  • Specialized training: Certifications in areas like medication administration and first aid are beneficial.

Skills and attributes

  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and team members.
  • Leadership: The ability to supervise, motivate, and manage a team effectively, especially in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solving: The capacity to respond calmly to emergencies and other challenging situations.
  • Compassion: A caring, sensitive, and patient nature when providing direct care and support.
  • Time management: Excellent organizational skills to manage your own workload and delegate tasks to others

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Work Location: In person

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