Healthcare Assistant

Patient Care Assist the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner in the assessment, on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care. Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner, This will include: Performing patient observations: temperature, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, blood glucose and urinalysis. Reports observations and any perceived changes noted in the patient's condition to the nurse in charge without delay. Support the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner in the delivery of the fundamentals of care according to the needs of the patient.

This will include providing feedback on progress against the plans. Recognises and effectively responds to emergency situations escalating support from the Registered Practitioner in a timely and appropriate manner. Promotion of Independence and Wellbeing Assist patients/ clients to achieve physical and emotional wellbeing and comfort encouraging independence where appropriate. Promotes health promotion activities relevant to the specialty.

Respect the privacy, dignity, needs, beliefs, choices and preferences of patients and carers. Ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking care procedures. Delivering Safe and High Quality Care Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults/children and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate Registered Practitioner in a timely manner. Identify situations which may cause concern e.g.

in relation to patient care / health and safety and reports to the Registered Practitioner in a timely and appropriate manner. Develop understanding of caring for individuals relevant to specialty e.g. dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities relevant to area of practice. Undertakes additional champion/ link roles relevant to speciality and as requested by ward / department manager.

Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others. Communicating and Relationships Communicates effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to the principals of confidentiality at all times Maintains clear and accurate patient records relating to patient care and interventions utilising both digital and paper based records as directed by the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner. Report to the Registered Practitioner any untoward incidents/complaints as soon possible.

Working Effectively in a Team Works as an effective member of the team promoting good team relationships. Work in an effective and organised manner demonstrating excellent time management skills to effectively deliver person-centred care. Attend team meetings where possible contribute to team discussions that help improve and maintain excellent quality care for patients. Being Accountable Demonstrates integrity and acts in line with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales working in accordance health policies, protocols and guidelines at all times.

Recognises and consistently works within boundaries of the role and assessed competencies. Is responsible and accountable for own practice. Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes in accordance with the health boards values and behaviours framework and act in the best interest of patients, relatives and carers at all times. Identify and take action by raising concerns when own or others behaviour undermines equality and diversity.

Exercise personal duty of care in the safe use and storage of equipment and management of patient property. Be environmentally aware and financially prudent in use of resources and energy. Maintain ward stock levels. Developing Self and Others Takes responsibility for attending statutory, mandatory training and work based learning opportunities in accordance with the health board policy and local training needs analysis.

Makes effective use of e-learning opportunities to achieve compliance with mandatory training. Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development to provide the evidence to meet progress through the KSF gateways. Prepares for and takes an active part in the appraisal process in accordance with organisation policy in partnership with reviewer, identifies opportunities to develop own competence/own skills in order to achieve objectives. Takes responsibility for own continuing development and performance.

Provides support and guidance to new Healthcare Assistants.