We are looking for experienced healthcare assistants, who hold an NHS care certificate, to join our trust bank and work in our urgent care centres.
The successful applicants, will work under indirect supervision of the Lead Nurse, Clinical Lead, Service Manager, Senior Nurses and GPs and undertake tasks and duties delegated by colleagues who are suitably qualified regulated professionals. They will work collaboratively with the UTC team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures.
The post holder will support their peers and team leader and be an effective team member whilst working on their own initiative. They will have a commitment to collaborative working and actively supporting and liaising with other health and social professionals and agencies.
The duties of the role would include but are not limited to:
Basic patient care - this could include feeding, washing, dressing, personal hygiene
Following and implementing care plans under the direction of a qualified nurse
Ensuring patient privacy , dignity and confidentiality
Ensure orientation of new patients to the environment
Obtaining, testing and recording specimens from the patient
Responding appropriately to emergency situations
Undertake and accurately record clinical observations
Use correct procedures for barrier nursing
Work co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team
Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which you have received
appropriate training
Urinalysis and preparation of specimens for investigation by the pathology laboratory
Measuring and recording the following physiological measurements in routine presentations:
- blood pressure
- pulse rate and rhythm
- temperature
- height and weight
- visual acuity
- venepuncture
- ECG
Support and monitor patients during nebulisation therapy
Perform simple wound care
Bank - Healthcare Assistant for Urgent Care employer: Nelft
Nelft is an attractive employer due to its commitment to professional growth and a supportive work culture. Employees benefit from collaborative multidisciplinary teams and opportunities for continuous learning and development.
