Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Healthcare Assistant

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Oncology & Haematology services at Nottingham University Hospital trust for a healthcare assistant who is enthusiastic, motivated and caring and keen to develop their knowledge and ability.

Stirland is a 24 bedded Oncology/ Haematology ward situated in the maternity building at Nottingham City Hospital.

We are a forward thinking division and we pride ourselves on teamwork, the delivery of high standards of care and patient safety.

We have a caring and supportive teamdedicated to the delivery of effective patient care. Good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team are essential.

Candidates need to show maturity, reliability, flexibility and be highly motivated individuals seeking a challenge and who thrive in a busy environment - you must be committed to co-operative team working at all times.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert

Cancer & Associated Specialties division is committed to offering a first-rate service and supporting staff development. You will receive on-going support and continuing professional development and opportunities to enhance your experience there are opportunities to undertake further training and attend a variety of study days

You should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. You should be able to prioritise workload and work well as a member of the team

About us

At NUH we take great pride in having in place a team of highly trained Healthcare Assistants to provide quality and compassionate patient care. These roles are essential to the experience of our patients and their relatives and carers and they complement the clinical care provided by our doctors, nurses, midwives and therapists.

As a healthcare assistants at NUH, there are many opportunities for further progression and enhancing you clinical skills.

Date posted

15 December 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

164-5863735

Job locations

City Campus

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing procedures following verification of competency and assist with the care and treatment of patients;

This will include; assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/showering, oral care, escorting to the toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures.

Assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure, completing fluid balance charts. Recording observations on electronic devices and where appropriate paper charts.

Assisting with meeting the dietary needs of patients which will include the distribution of drinks and meals, helping patients eat and drink as required.

Make verbal reports to senior nursing staff regarding the patients in the ward as necessary, following this with clear and well written documentation as needed.

Ensure that patients are helped at all times to retain their privacy, dignity and individuality.

Participate in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients as required.

Direct and escort patients and visitors around the ward and emergency area to other departments.

Report back to registered staff all concerns about the patients condition

Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe-keeping of patients property, in accordance with trust policy.

Be aware of information governance and maintain trust policy and guidelines in both verbal and written forms.

Comply with all trust policies and guidelines with particular relevance to maintaining staff and patient safety.

Report problems with equipment and facilities to the helpline and if necessary, escalate to nurse in charge.

Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop and strive to increase one's personal knowledge of the speciality and general knowledge.

Report all accidents and incidences to the nurse in charge and where you feel confident to do so, on the hospital Datix system.

Undertake any working in new ways or equivalent packages as identified as integral to role requirements, ie Venepuncture and Cannulation, ECG.

The post holder will be expected to care for patients, family and carers of women who have experienced a pregnancy loss, with kindness, compassion and empathy.

Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient and effective patient care.

Welcome visitors and patients to the clinical area providing assistance, support and information where required.

Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.

Prepare beds, trolley and equipment ready for assessment and management of patient care.

Assist in unpacking, checking and storing supplies delivered to the area, where appropriate highlighting if stock not delivered or when stocks are low.