Pre-Assessment HCA in Hatfield

At One Hatfield Hospital, we are very proud of the exceptional level of service we deliver and the way we look after our team. We are always on the lookout for exceptional people who can connect with our culture and values. If you relish a challenge and want to work in an industry leading facility with like-minded individuals, One Hatfield is right for you. We are looking for a Pre-Assessment HCA to join our growing team on a flexibank arrangement.

Please note: this is a FlexiBank role working on an 'as and when required' basis; you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff during periods of annual leave or absence.

Working Hours: FlexiBank shifts allocated as and when required

Reporting to the Pre-Assessment Lead, the successful Pre-Assessment HCA will undertake the following roles and responsibilities:

• Support RGNs in the implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient.
• Help promote and maintain a caring, supportive environment focused on meeting the needs of the patient/relatives/carer, working collaboratively with other departments to achieve this.
• Look after the physical comfort of patients, for example helping them with activities of daily living.
• Take basic observations such as blood pressure and temperature, height and weight, utilising the early warning score system as per hospital policy and escalate appropriately to the trained nurse.
• Listen and talk to patients, helping them to feel supported and safe.
• Assist with keeping the department clean and tidy, cleaning of equipment, adhering to infection prevention and control policy and hospital procedures at all times.
• Keep supplies and equipment in order, assisting in the maintenance of stock levels.
• Maintain contemporaneous patient records including patient pathways and the relevant IT reporting systems are up-to-date and accurate ensuring countersigned by a trained nurse.
• Chaperone when required.
• Participate in basic wound care management as required.
• Deal with any patient/relative complaints at the time if possible however escalate to appropriate member of staff if need be.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE education or equivalent NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent preferred.
• Phlebotomy Training (Essential)

Experience:

• Ability to learn and develop Pre-assessment Healthcare experience in a hospital environment

Skills:

• Caring, patient and customer focused
• Basic computer skills
• Comprehensive written and verbal communication skills

Desirables:

• Experience in the private sector
• Competence in the following areas: phlebotomy, venapuncture and undertaking ECGs.
• Enthusiasm for cross functional working within different departments.

One Hatfield Hospital has the very latest technology ensuring that our operating theatres provide patients and employees with the very best environment to keep them safe and free from infection. One Hatfield is ideally located for candidates around the Hatfield, St Albans, Stevenage, Watford, North London, Essex and throughout Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

Our Recruitment Process

At One Hatfield Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. One Hatfield Hospital is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. They will also be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Phoenix Hospital Group have not engaged with recruitment agencies for this position. Only applications submitted directly will be considered. One Hatfield Hospital reserves the right to remove job adverts before the closing date.