Description
Priory Ayr Clinic,Dalmellington Rd, Ayr KA6 6PT
£26,886.00 Annual Salary (plus £1000 welcome bonus)
Full Time 37.5 Hours & part-time (min 2 shifts/week) with alternate weekends. Permanent Night shift option – full time or part time also available
Full-time shifts: (Week 1) Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun (Week 2) Wed, Thurs
8am- 8.15pm Days /8pm- 8.15am Nights
Priory Ayr Clinic has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team.
Ayr Clinic, Ayr, is a low secure mental health service for males and females with a mental health diagnosis and/or personality disorder. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation.
Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.
Provide specific interventions with patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse and following training and competency attainment. Such interventions include Observation and Engagement with Patients, escorting patients on leave, and being involved in de-escalation and management of violence and aggression.
Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in regular ward meetings and attend other meetings as requested.
To assist in the maintenance of stock levels, including pharmaceutical products.
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Healthcare Assistant in Ayr employer: The Priory Group
Cleveland House is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Senior Healthcare Assistants dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs. With competitive pay at £14.25 per hour and opportunities for professional growth, our team enjoys a culture that values compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning, all set in the serene surroundings of Banks, Southport.
