Job summary
We are looking for an experienced HCA who is well organised, has good
administration skills and competent IT knowledge. The ability to be resourceful
in order to support the efficient day to day running of the nursing team will
be necessary.
Approximately 25 hours over the week. There may be a requirement to work occasional weekends on a rota basis.
If you feel this may be the job for you, you’re welcome to arrange an informal visit. Please contact Rachael Minto, Lead Nurse.
Main duties of the job
To support
the practice nursing team in the delivery of nursing services, working as part
of the practice multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of
practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of
treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education.
About us
The Westbank Practice is a busy growing practice providing care and support for approximately 9,000 patients across our Exminster and Starcross surgeries. We are a teaching practice with Registrars, F2s and Medical Students on rotation.
Our clinical team consists of 4 GP partners, 3 salaried GPs, one Paramedic, four Practice Nurses, two Health care assistants and one phlebotomist. Beautifully located on the outskirts of Exeter, we are looking for a dynamic nurse to join our team and meet the needs of our growing population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant (this list is not exhaustive, and some roles and responsibilities may not be dealt with by all members of the team). There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
- Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
- Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
- Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
- Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
- Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
- Carry out BMI checks as directed
- Act as a chaperone as required
- When trained, undertake venepuncture
- When trained, administer flu vaccinations
- Carry out ECGs as requested
- Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
- Provide support during minor operations as required
- Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
- Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
- Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy
- Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
- Administration of B12 and Pneumovax under PSD, according to protocol. Updated yearly with Lead Nurse.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the healthcare assistant (this list is not exhaustive, and some roles and responsibilities may not be dealt with by all members of the team). There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
- Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
- Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
- Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
- Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
- Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
- Carry out BMI checks as directed
- Act as a chaperone as required
- When trained, undertake venepuncture
- When trained, administer flu vaccinations
- Carry out ECGs as requested
- Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
- Provide support during minor operations as required
- Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
- Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
- Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy
- Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
- Administration of B12 and Pneumovax under PSD, according to protocol. Updated yearly with Lead Nurse.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
Desirable
- Ear syringing certification
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- ECGs
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- Chaperone procedure
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- System one
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Effectively utilises resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level
- Phlebotomy certification
Desirable
- Ear syringing certification
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Wound Care / Removal of sutures & staples
- ECGs
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- New patient medicals inc. Height, weight, BP, Pulse
- Chaperone procedure
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
Desirable
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- System one
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Effectively utilises resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.