Health Care Assistant

4 weeks ago

Worthing, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Full time

Job summary

We are looking for highly motivated Health Care Assistants to work in an Outpatient setting who are adaptable and flexible to ensure the best possible care is delivered in this evolving and busy working environment.

The post will be based at Worthing and Southlands Hospitals.

You will need to be hard working, maintain high standards of care and show commitment to working as part of a supportive team. We offer excellent opportunities to expand your knowledge and gain new skills

Main duties of the job

To work in a team with qualified nurses, medical, healthcare professionals and other support staff. To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the qualified nurse and to assist in any enquiries. To understand role and participate in control of infection. To participate in quality assurance programmes as require Taking an recording of temperature, pulse and respirations on instruction from the qualified nurse. Recording the results appropriately and reporting back Collecting and disposing of body waste. Testing urine and stool specimens and recording results and appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge. Under the supervision of a qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety. Carry out appropriate patient observations and procedures under supervision and with relevant training

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work in a team with qualified nurses, medical, healthcare professionals and other support staff. To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the qualified nurse and to assist in any enquiries. To answer telephone enquiries pleasantly, in accordance with the Trusts telephone answering technique and take the appropriate action. To participate in the use of IT within the department. To be the patients advocate and recognising when to seek senior staff support. Ability to use own initiative Maintaining a safe environment Adherence to Trust Infection Control Policies Ensuring all clinics are appropriately stocked and prepared for. Patient/ Client Care To actively take part in meeting the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the department. To be an effective member of a multidisciplinary team under the direction and supervision of a qualified nurse and to be continually aware of the need for confidentiality. Where appropriate, to continue to develop own capabilities in nursing tasks in order to deliver a high standard of care. To be the patient advocate including chaperone To understand role and participate in control of infection. To participate in quality assurance programmes as required. Follows policies used within own role which are determined by others. May be required to comment on policies, procedures or possible developments.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

GCSE English and Maths/Key skills Level 2 English and Maths Computer Literate Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates Trust values Demonstrates enthusiasm and ability to work well in a team Ability to show initiative

Desirable

Previous hospital/care experience

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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