This bank Healthcare Assistant post sits at Priory Hospital Kemple View, a 90-bed hospital offering level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult men with mental health conditions or personality disorders. The work involves supporting Registered Nurses with individual care plans, personal care, observation of patient wellbeing and escorted leave. Patients are adult men in a secure setting, so observation and de-escalation activities, following training, are part of the role. Fit depends on a DBS check at the appropriate level, which Priory pays for.
What the job involves
- Support Registered Nurses in delivering individualised care, following care plans and promoting wellbeing and dignity
- Assist patients with personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting, while maintaining privacy and respect
- Monitor patients' physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, reporting concerns or changes promptly to senior staff
- Support patient observations, engagement, escorted leave and de-escalation, following training and guidance
- Maintain a safe, clean and supportive ward, following infection control procedures
- Keep accurate, confidential patient records
- Assist qualified staff with assessing patients and implementing individual care plans
- Carry out routine tasks as directed or delegated to support wellbeing, dignity and treatment
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in English and Mathematics
Skills & knowledge
- Basic IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records
- Understanding of confidentiality and protecting patient information
- Good communication and listening skills with patients, colleagues and visitors
- Ability to observe patients' wellbeing and report concerns to senior staff
Checks & eligibility
- DBS, Access NI or Disclosure Scotland check at the appropriate level
Nice to have
- Previous experience supporting people with healthcare or personal care needs
- Experience working in a healthcare setting or on a patient wardExperience supporting people with mental, emotional or physical health needs
- Understanding of patient dignity, safeguarding and infection control procedures
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
What's offered
- DBS check cost covered by Priory
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Bank Healthcare Assistant employer: Priory Healthcare
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