Job summary
Older Peoples medicine (OPM) is a specialty that has evolved in recent years to meet the needs of the growing population of people over the age of 80 years old.
We are the largest directorate within the trust. Patients are cared for within 5 inpatient wards, and our outpatient services. Each ward will have a unique specialist focus within the specialism. Brundall, Dunston, Earsham, Loddon and Elsing Ward.
Dunston Ward and Brundall are acute OPM wards, caring for patients with complex cognitive impairment/delirium and or with complex care needs. Earsham is an ortho/medical ward caring for patient requiring surgery for fracture Neck of Femurs. Loddon specializes in short stay patients, that are able to return home usually within 3-5 days. Elsing is a specialized Dementia unit the staff and environment are adapted to meet the complex needs of Dementia patients.
The wards have 37/8 beds, they are spilt into teams to care for the patients. Each team will consist of registered and unregistered members of staff. On the ward we have apprentice health care assistants, international nurses, bank staff, new staff members to health care and student nurses, The wards provide high standards of care/ support to patients and their families approaching at the end of their lives. This care is supported by our dementia palliative care specialist nurse.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Do you have excellent communication skills, consider yourself to be caring and compassionate and want to make a difference to the patient's experience on a daily basis?
We are currently seeking compassionate, enthusiastic and motivated Band 3 senior health care assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team with a passion for caring. You will be fully supported and provided with learning and training opportunities.
Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and possess a willingness to take on new challenges.
As wards we try to reduce patient's deconditioning in hospital which is supported by trained exercise professionals. In OPM we like to focus on celebrating occasions within the ward environments and we like to involve relatives and patients where possible. We are currently have a specialist Dementia Garden going through the planning stage which will provide a safe outside interactive space for the benefit of our patients, their families and staff.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified in within the Trusts Approved Core Task List for Health Care Assistants qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care.
- To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patients clinical condition
- To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a Registered Nurse always maintaining confidentiality.
- To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. be aware of role in emergency situations
- To be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.
- To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care in accordance with essence of care standards.
- To adhere to Trust infection control procedures demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
- To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse.
- To support the patient and care for the patient pre, peri and post procedure, when appropriate, under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- To support relatives under the guidance of a Registered Nurse
- To assist with the discharge process for patients directed by Registered Nurse
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified in within the Trusts Approved Core Task List for Health Care Assistants qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care.
- To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patients clinical condition
- To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a Registered Nurse always maintaining confidentiality.
- To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. be aware of role in emergency situations
- To be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.
- To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care in accordance with essence of care standards.
- To adhere to Trust infection control procedures demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
- To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by a Registered Nurse.
- To support the patient and care for the patient pre, peri and post procedure, when appropriate, under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- To support relatives under the guidance of a Registered Nurse
- To assist with the discharge process for patients directed by Registered Nurse
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completion of a relevant Health Care Assistant training programme if applicable
Desirable
- City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
- Some previous experience in a nursing/Care Assistant role
Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completion of a relevant Health Care Assistant training programme if applicable
Desirable
- City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
- Some previous experience in a nursing/Care Assistant role
Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
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).
