At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patients and assist with care under the guidance of qualified nurses.
- Company: Join the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, valuable experience, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career progression within the NHS.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your healthcare skills.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed, just a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 25147 - 27596 £ per year.
The Health Care Assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service and high-quality care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The HCA is expected to undertake care to meet 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 ward. Working collaboratively as part of the ward team, it is expected that the Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust’s career pathway. We are not able to offer sponsorship on any bank vacancies at MSE, so all applicants must possess unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Clinical Responsibilities:
- At all times maintain the dignity and respect of patients.
- Maintain excellent communication with patients, relatives, and members of the MDT regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a variety of communication skills in accordance with the client group.
- Implement patient care plans as instructed by a Registered Nurse.
- Assist in the admission process by accurately recording patient’s demographic details.
- Assist patients with personal and oral hygiene as instructed.
- Assist patients with eating and drinking.
- Monitor and accurately record dietary and fluid intake, appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
- Enable patients to access appropriate toilet facilities, collecting and disposing of body waste.
- Test blood sugars, urine and stool specimens and accurately record results.
- Obtain specimens and process specimens to the laboratory.
- Able to prepare equipment for aseptic procedures as instructed.
- Complete competencies and assist in Procedure clinics.
- Under the supervision of a qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their dignity, respect, comfort, and safety.
- Undertake equipment safety checks.
Communication:
- Maintain excellent communication with patients, relatives, and members of the MDT regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a variety of communication skills in accordance with the client group.
- Answer telephone calls in a professional manner as per Trust guidance, taking full information and caller details to ensure accurate escalation to the appropriate person.
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