Job summary
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust are excited to announce that we will be holding a Healthcare Assistant Recruitment Day on Saturday 3rd December 2022, on site at Derriford Hospital.
We have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic, motivated Health Care Assistants to join various Units, Wards and Departments.
Successful candidates should have a Vocational Qualification in Health & Social Care L2, an equivalent level of demonstrable experience or a desire to work in health care.
No previous experience of care work? No problem...
For those without a level 2 qualification in health care a period of training will need to be undertaken as either an apprentice or by completing the Support Worker Development Programme.
In return we will offer you:
- A friendly supportive working environment
- Regular team meetings
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
- A chance to enhance your knowledge of your chosen area of work
We are currently recruiting for all areas in the Trust would ask you to please specify your area of interest, if you have one, on your application form to ensure that we provide the right opportunities for you.
Whether you are an experienced Health Care Assistant, a student nurse or looking for a change in career, we want to hear from you!
Please note this advert may be closed earlier than the projected close date, if a high number of applicants are received.
Previous applicants need not reapply.
Available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. (With current line manager's agreement).
Main duties of the job
GCSEs Grade A-D/3-9 in Maths and English or Functional Skills level 1 in Maths and English Plus either NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care or HCA.
UHP Level 2 or Demonstrable evidence of working towards - 75% completed (or equivalent transferable qualification) OR Demonstrable equivalent experience (NVQ Level 2 equivalent) as a Healthcare Assistant in a Band 2 clinical role and/or agree to undertake the UHP Healthcare Support Worker course.
Willing to undertake a competency-based assessment at interview. Undertake and complete the Care Certificate training programme offered in-house
For candidates that don't fully meet the qualifications being asked, we may be able to offer you the Health Care Support Worker program or the apprenticeship program
About us
We as a teamwork alongside each other to provide a high standard of care and give the best experience to our patients.
All staff upholds to the core values of Nursing Profession. The values were care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY This job description describes the role that the Healthcare Support Worker will be working to within their clinical area. Supervision and support will be provided during tasks, supporting the Healthcare Support Worker to safely gain experience and confidence and to successfully complete any associated training programmes deemed necessary. The role of the Healthcare Support Worker is to: Promote a positive patient experience throughout their use of our services Maintain professional behaviours at all times Demonstrate empathy, dignity, respect and compassion at all times Work as part of a team Undertake direct patient care, in support of and as directed by the registered practitioner which will include providing assistance with: o Hygiene needs e.g. personal hygiene including care of hair, nails, oral hygiene and shaving o Continence management o Feeding and encouraging fluids including the maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts including weighing the patients regularly as directed o Mobility using mobility aids/hoists where appropriate following appropriate training o Repositioning and monitoring of pressure areas, bed making, cleaning o Communication o Care of the deteriorating patient and end of life patients To support registered staff with the physical health, comfort and wellbeing of patients, including physiological observations using the NEWs scoring system under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Practitioner. To accurately record all clinical interactions and care given with counter signature from a Registered Practitioner To follow Trust and local policies relating to infection prevention and control, maintaining a clean working environment at all times. Awareness of Health and Safety policies within the Trust. To promote and safeguard the wellbeing of patients, their families and colleagues To participate in the care and maintenance of equipment. To respect and not disclose confidential information obtained in the course of the work. Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury to senior staff COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and support the induction of staff allocated to ward with their local policies/procedures and routine. Ward Sisters/Charge Nurses and all ward-based nursing staff Matron Educational staff Infection Control Team Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners. Consultants in area of responsibility. Patients and their support network Housekeeping and domestic staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY This job description describes the role that the Healthcare Support Worker will be working to within their clinical area. Supervision and support will be provided during tasks, supporting the Healthcare Support Worker to safely gain experience and confidence and to successfully complete any associated training programmes deemed necessary. The role of the Healthcare Support Worker is to: Promote a positive patient experience throughout their use of our services Maintain professional behaviours at all times Demonstrate empathy, dignity, respect and compassion at all times Work as part of a team Undertake direct patient care, in support of and as directed by the registered practitioner which will include providing assistance with: o Hygiene needs e.g. personal hygiene including care of hair, nails, oral hygiene and shaving o Continence management o Feeding and encouraging fluids including the maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts including weighing the patients regularly as directed o Mobility using mobility aids/hoists where appropriate following appropriate training o Repositioning and monitoring of pressure areas, bed making, cleaning o Communication o Care of the deteriorating patient and end of life patients To support registered staff with the physical health, comfort and wellbeing of patients, including physiological observations using the NEWs scoring system under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Practitioner. To accurately record all clinical interactions and care given with counter signature from a Registered Practitioner To follow Trust and local policies relating to infection prevention and control, maintaining a clean working environment at all times. Awareness of Health and Safety policies within the Trust. To promote and safeguard the wellbeing of patients, their families and colleagues To participate in the care and maintenance of equipment. To respect and not disclose confidential information obtained in the course of the work. Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury to senior staff COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and support the induction of staff allocated to ward with their local policies/procedures and routine. Ward Sisters/Charge Nurses and all ward-based nursing staff Matron Educational staff Infection Control Team Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioners. Consultants in area of responsibility. Patients and their support network Housekeeping and domestic staff
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in a team
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 in health care or equivalent demontrable experience
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in a team
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 in health care or equivalent demontrable experience
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
