Job summary
Healthcare Assistant - Esther White Ward
Work as an effective member of the team, providing high quality care for patients under the supervision of a registered health care professional. Promote good communication that supports the dignity, care and safety of the patients. Assist in maintaining a safe working environment and the provision of compassionate care.
Due to the shift patterns required within the HCA post you will also need to evidence that you have reached the age of 18 by your start date in line with Working Time Regulations.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who want a new challenge and have a passion to do things differently. You will be part of a dynamic and exciting team making exciting changes that will affect the way the hospital is run from the front door and throughout.
We are an extremely friendly and hardworking team that welcome new members to our team. We have a network of support available to all our staff and offer extensive training and refresher courses. It is a great place to enhance the skills you already have and gain a multitude of new skills with the support and guidance of a great team.
We offer a bedside emergency assessment course for health care assistants provided by practice development team that will help you to gain knowledge and skills to allow you to look after the acutely unwell patients. You will also have the opportunity to develop your skills in cannulation, venepuncture, ECG, urinalysis and glucometer training.
You will also have ongoing development opportunities if you would like to further your career with us, such as the Healthcare Support Worker Level 3 Diploma, Nursing Associate and Registered Nurse programmes.
As part of the recruitment process we will invite you to attend an interview day which will include Literacy and Numeracy test.
If successful, you will be provided with a three week full time training programme, which will give you the knowledge to perform this role.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting Clinical & Patient ExcellenceAssisting patients to meet their personal hygiene requirements, i.e.: bed bath, shower and hair washing etc.Meeting the patients nutritional needs including supporting patients at meal times, completion of fluid balance charts and food charts and reporting any concerns to the registered nurse.Safe manual handling of patients after establishing best method, following completion of the manual handling assessment form by a registered nurse.Be proactive in the prevention of pressure ulcer development.Maintain safety of patients, personal clothing and property in accordance with agreed policies related to security and confidentiality.
The collection of specimens, i.e. stool, urine, mid-stream urine, catheter specimen of urine, sputum and wound swabs.
Professional & Practice Development
Documenting admission details which include next of kin, social situation and details of patient property.Assist patients in meeting their continence needs, i.e.: taking them to the toilet, providing a commode, monitoring urine and bowel movements.- Report any abnormalities/concerns to a registered nurse.
Recognising the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives and multi- disciplinary groups by supporting non-discriminatory practice & acknowledging the patients personal beliefs and identity.Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.Undertaking the cleaning of ward equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.Take and record vital signs as requested, i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure, oxygen saturation and Early Warning Score (EWS) on observation charts and Vitalpac reporting any abnormalities/concerns to the registered healthcare practitioner.Undertaking the cleaning of bed areas, suction, oxygen, lockers and prepare for admission, obtaining any essential equipment.Report any concerns/incidents relating to patient or environment health and safety to a registered nurse/healthcare practitioner.Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients and multidisciplinary teams.
Provide clear and concise written documentation as per Trust guidance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supporting Clinical & Patient ExcellenceAssisting patients to meet their personal hygiene requirements, i.e.: bed bath, shower and hair washing etc.Meeting the patients nutritional needs including supporting patients at meal times, completion of fluid balance charts and food charts and reporting any concerns to the registered nurse.Safe manual handling of patients after establishing best method, following completion of the manual handling assessment form by a registered nurse.Be proactive in the prevention of pressure ulcer development.Maintain safety of patients, personal clothing and property in accordance with agreed policies related to security and confidentiality.
The collection of specimens, i.e. stool, urine, mid-stream urine, catheter specimen of urine, sputum and wound swabs.
Professional & Practice Development
Documenting admission details which include next of kin, social situation and details of patient property.Assist patients in meeting their continence needs, i.e.: taking them to the toilet, providing a commode, monitoring urine and bowel movements.- Report any abnormalities/concerns to a registered nurse.
Recognising the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives and multi- disciplinary groups by supporting non-discriminatory practice & acknowledging the patients personal beliefs and identity.Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.Undertaking the cleaning of ward equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.Take and record vital signs as requested, i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure, oxygen saturation and Early Warning Score (EWS) on observation charts and Vitalpac reporting any abnormalities/concerns to the registered healthcare practitioner.Undertaking the cleaning of bed areas, suction, oxygen, lockers and prepare for admission, obtaining any essential equipment.Report any concerns/incidents relating to patient or environment health and safety to a registered nurse/healthcare practitioner.Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients and multidisciplinary teams.
Provide clear and concise written documentation as per Trust guidance.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities & Attribute
Essential
- 18 years of age or over in line with Working Time Regulations due to shift patterns required within the post
- Willing and able to attend the Trust's 3 week full-time Healthcare Support Worker training programme
- Be able to work 12.5 hour shifts to include 5 Final Version Written by: Professional & Practice Development days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to demonstrate compassion, caring and empathy
- Listening skills
- Motivated - eager to learn new skills
- Flexible
- Honest
- Good Interpersonal Skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to pass English and Maths tests as part of the HCA recruitment process or provide original certificated evidence of acceptable alternative qualification(s)
- Attention to detail including ability to keep clear and accurate written records
- Able to communicate clearly with patients and colleagues
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Understanding the role of a Health Care Assistant
- Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Working with the public
- Information technology awareness
- Previous Health Care experience within the National Health Service or care setting.
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of formal secondary education
Desirable
- NVQ 2 or 3 in Health Care or equivalent qualification
Person Specification
Personal Qualities & Attribute
Essential
- 18 years of age or over in line with Working Time Regulations due to shift patterns required within the post
- Willing and able to attend the Trust's 3 week full-time Healthcare Support Worker training programme
- Be able to work 12.5 hour shifts to include 5 Final Version Written by: Professional & Practice Development days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to demonstrate compassion, caring and empathy
- Listening skills
- Motivated - eager to learn new skills
- Flexible
- Honest
- Good Interpersonal Skills
Skills
Essential
- Ability to pass English and Maths tests as part of the HCA recruitment process or provide original certificated evidence of acceptable alternative qualification(s)
- Attention to detail including ability to keep clear and accurate written records
- Able to communicate clearly with patients and colleagues
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Understanding the role of a Health Care Assistant
- Demonstrate ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Working with the public
- Information technology awareness
- Previous Health Care experience within the National Health Service or care setting.
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of formal secondary education
Desirable
- NVQ 2 or 3 in Health Care or equivalent qualification
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).
