Health Care Assistant - S&O Various AreasMersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustTo be considered for this fantastic opportunity and to be interviewed on the day, please submit your online application form and confirm your first, second and third preference. Current vacancies:Ward 7BWard 9BWard 11AWard 14ASpinal Injuries UnitHealthcare Assistants are a vital part of our MWL team, supporting nursing staff and patients across a wide range of specialties, wards, and departments across the Trust. We have exciting opportunities available across both Southport and Ormskirk sites at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital.
You must be available to work ALL required shifts over 7 days including earlies, lates and nights due to service demands. We welcome and encourage individuals from various races, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds to join our outstanding team and consider a career as a Healthcare Assistant. Becoming an HCA can be the perfect entry point into the NHS with the qualities and skills required.
Interview Date: Saturday 18th January 2025 Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.Support the qualified Nursing Staff in maintaining high standards of nursing care to patients.Assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conducive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.Accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.Ensure that entries made in nursing documentation are correct, legible, comprehensive, and countersigned by a registered nurse.Understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.Ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives, and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.About usMersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites. We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Job responsibilitiesWork as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.Support the qualified Nursing Staff in maintaining high standards of nursing care to patients.Assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conducive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.Accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.Ensure that entries made in nursing documentation are correct, legible, comprehensive, and countersigned by a registered nurse.Understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.Ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives, and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.Clinical & Professional ResponsibilitiesEnsure that the privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and is not compromised.Ensure that all patient information is confidential and is not disclosed to a third party except with permission of the Nurse in Charge.Report any untoward incidents/occurrences.Ensure that all patient care is delivered with the highest degree of professionalism.Present an appearance which gives a positive image of the Trust and a manner which is appropriate and inspires confidence.Attend fire and lifting and handling lectures annually and ensure appropriate updates are attended once H.C.A. training is complete.Participate in an annual performance review undertaken with the Ward Manager to identify personal development needs.Administrative ResponsibilitiesEnsure patient records are kept up to date and accurate, and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures.Person SpecificationQualificationsNVQ Level 2 in Health Care Support, or equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience.Care Certificate, or willing to work towards upon appointment.Knowledge & ExperienceKnowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role.Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures.Experience within a care setting.SkillsAbility to manage time and priorities effectively.Ability to work autonomously and use own initiative when necessary.OtherFlexible and adaptable approach.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer nameMersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
£23,615 a year (pro rata if part-time)
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