Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic, friendly
and kind Healthcare Assistants who have a passion for womens health to join
our team on the Emergency Gynaecology Assessment Unit and Gynaecology Inpatient Unit.
We provide a high-quality, 24:7
gynaecology emergency service for women across Worcestershire, alongside
elective surgery. We have a friendly and skilled nursing team and work closely
with the medics to provide these services and who will support you as you
provide excellent and compassionate care. Shifts will involve
a variety of long days (0700-1930h) and nights (1900-0730h) with more frequent night shifts than day shifts.We currently have a vacancy for 34.5 hours/week and the role is primarily based at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
This is an interesting, varied and
emotionally demanding area of nursing which is hugely rewarding and we are keen
to help you develop to your full potential in this appealing role. You will
need excellent communication skills to engage with patients and colleagues at
all levels and will be encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge withinthe
field of Gynaecology.
If this sounds like a role that you would enjoy and you would like to join our team, we look forward to hearing from you!
Main duties of the job
The healthcare assistant will work as part of the nursing team supporting professionally qualified staff in providing quality care for patients in roles, which are mainly related to direct patient care.
Direct delivery of high-quality patient care ensuring that the dignity and privacy needs of patients are met.
Documentation of care provided using digital systems.
Overseeing of the maintenance of a clean, welcoming and therapeutic environment.
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Our objectives are simple:
- Best services for local people
- Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients
- Best use of resources
- Best people
Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system.
We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties:
To accompany patients where clinical support is indicated
To chaperone patients as required
To undertake basic observations, e.g. Temperature, Pulse, Blood Pressure, Respirations, height and weight, BMI and reporting/recording results to qualified staff.
To ensure that patients receive care appropriate to their needs.
To assist in the setting up and cleaning of clinic trolleys and disposal of clinical waste.
To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies.
To answer telephone calls and take messages informing appropriate persons of the call.
To assist in the transferring of patients using correct manual handling techniques and equipment as appropriate.
To report immediately to the nurse in charge any observed change in a patients condition or any concern expressed by a patient about nursing care or medical treatment.
Demonstrate knowledge of Health and Safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment.
To maintain professional/personal development.
Undertake mandatory and local training appropriate to the role.
To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the trust.
Communication and Relationships:
The Healthcare Assistants relationship with both staff and patients should be discreet, bearing in mind that all information regarding patients must be kept confidential.
Report to the nurse in charge of department matters of concern relating to patients and the department environment.
Answer the telephone, refer to appropriate person.
Be aware of the need to greet visitors to the department and ascertain the reason for their visit.
To ensure the privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment.
To attend departmental meetings as appropriate.
General Duties:
Clerical
To undertake a range of clerical duties, this may involve:-
1.Reception/ telephone duties
2.Basic computer skills
3.Stock control /ordering
Cleaning
Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the area and equipment as instructed and complete all necessary paperwork relating to this in line with Trust guidelines.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties:
To accompany patients where clinical support is indicated
To chaperone patients as required
To undertake basic observations, e.g. Temperature, Pulse, Blood Pressure, Respirations, height and weight, BMI and reporting/recording results to qualified staff.
To ensure that patients receive care appropriate to their needs.
To assist in the setting up and cleaning of clinic trolleys and disposal of clinical waste.
To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies.
To answer telephone calls and take messages informing appropriate persons of the call.
To assist in the transferring of patients using correct manual handling techniques and equipment as appropriate.
To report immediately to the nurse in charge any observed change in a patients condition or any concern expressed by a patient about nursing care or medical treatment.
Demonstrate knowledge of Health and Safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment.
To maintain professional/personal development.
Undertake mandatory and local training appropriate to the role.
To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the trust.
Communication and Relationships:
The Healthcare Assistants relationship with both staff and patients should be discreet, bearing in mind that all information regarding patients must be kept confidential.
Report to the nurse in charge of department matters of concern relating to patients and the department environment.
Answer the telephone, refer to appropriate person.
Be aware of the need to greet visitors to the department and ascertain the reason for their visit.
To ensure the privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety at work in order to maintain a safe environment.
To attend departmental meetings as appropriate.
General Duties:
Clerical
To undertake a range of clerical duties, this may involve:-
1.Reception/ telephone duties
2.Basic computer skills
3.Stock control /ordering
Cleaning
Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the area and equipment as instructed and complete all necessary paperwork relating to this in line with Trust guidelines.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 in care, or willingness to work towards
- Care certificate
- Venipuncture training
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good understanding of the need for confidentiality
- Good interpersonal skills
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a caring environment
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-awareness in terms of recognising the impact of their behaviour on others
- Able to present a professional image appropriate to the working environment
- Flexible working capacity
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Able to work under pressure
- Cheerful
- Kind
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 in care, or willingness to work towards
- Care certificate
- Venipuncture training
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good understanding of the need for confidentiality
- Good interpersonal skills
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a caring environment
Desirable
- Previous experience working in the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-awareness in terms of recognising the impact of their behaviour on others
- Able to present a professional image appropriate to the working environment
- Flexible working capacity
- Punctual
- Reliable
- Able to work under pressure
- Cheerful
- Kind
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.
