Job summary
Are you in search of the ultimate work-life balance?
Do you want the flexibility of only accepting work when you want to work?
Prepare for a pleasant surprise...
Earlies, Lates, Days, Nights & Weekend bank shifts are available. We can offer flexibility with our shift times. Holiday pay is accrued for hours worked and paid separately.
Bradford Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Nurse Bank Team is keen to recruit highly motivated, reliable Healthcare Assistants, who are able to deliver high quality care.
- During the Covid-19 pandemic you may be required to support our Covid-19 vaccination process, working in the Community Vaccination Hubs, based in Bradford.
- We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 2 Health Care Assistants to work Bank shifts in Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- You will work within a team to promote and provide high quality care and have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- In order to apply for a post you must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker in a hospital/Care home setting or vaccination hub (through employment) within the last 3 years.
This advert may be closed early if the volume of applicants exceeds demand.
Main duties of the job
JOB PURPOSE
To undertake a full range of direct care duties working in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.
JOB DIMENSIONS
Direct patient care and clerical duties under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
We are committed to giving you more flexibility and control over your working life. By joining the Nurse Bank you will gain access to the best choice of available shifts up to 6 weeks in advance.
In return for your hard work and your professional, caring and reliable service you will have access to the following benefits:
- Competitive, monthly pay, option to be paid weekly if preferred
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
- Paid annual leave.
- Training & development opportunities
- First choice of shifts
For more information then please contact Sally Hudson, Nurse Bank Team Leader on 01274 275567.
About us
Our district has 17,000 businesses including more FTSE 100 companies than any other north of England city. From the best curry in the country, to the world's turbo chargers, to breakthrough technologies that help to manage chronic pain, we have something for everyone.
We have a strong service sector and community ethos that works together to make Bradford a great place to live and work. As the youngest city in the UK, we are investing heavily in skills for the future by providing the right training at every level for the significant sectors of our economy, and Bradford University and Bradford College are positioning themselves as exemplars in their field. And on top of this, we have competitive house prices and good schools in attractive areas meaning a move to Bradford brings a very high standard of living at an affordable price.
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employ just over 5,200 staff, serving a population of around 500,000. We also have the third-largest membership base in the country. We currently operate over two main sites; the Bradford Royal Infirmary provides the majority of inpatient services, and St Luke's Hospital provides outpatient and rehabilitation services.
As a teaching hospital, the Foundation Trust is at the forefront of research and development in healthcare. This promotes a culture of learning and professional development that ensures that all doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals practice the highest clinical standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Healthcare Responsibilities
- Assist individual patients with elements of basic nursing care and the implementation of programmes of care under the direction of a registered nurse.
- Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives.
- Contribute to the support of patients in transition from one care setting to another.
- Assist with obtaining, transmitting and storing information related to the delivery of a care service. See section regarding Respect for Patient Confidentiality below.
- Assist and contribute to the movement and treatment of patients to achieve physical comfort and minimise the adverse effects of pressure according to the prescription of care. Report areas of concern to qualified staff.
- Assist individual patients with activities of daily living according to individual needs including personal hygiene, appearance, oral care, fluid and dietary intake.
- Develop an understanding of individual patient needs in relation to dietary regimes and fluid intake.
- Monitor and record fluid balance and dietary intake. Report areas of concern.
- Enable/assist patients to minimise discomfort and pain according to the prescription of care.
- Participate in clerical duties as required.
- Support qualified staff by carrying out accurate record keeping, taking and relaying verbal and written messages promptly, respecting confidentiality.
- Contribute to minimising the effect of disruptive, abusive behaviour and the protection of individuals from abuse, complying at all times for Health & Safety/Risk Management detailed below.
- Contribute to the clinical governance agenda.
- To undertake work involving specialist skills following satisfactory assessment of competence and under the direction of a trained nurse, i.e.
-Patient escort to and return from X-Ray, Wards and Departments-
-Patient escort to theatre
-Observations, MEWS scoring, fluid balance, health measurement
-Urinalysis
-Collection of specimens
-Any other clinical skills required subject to training and competency
Service Specific Responsibilities
- Healthcare assistants must be open to understanding the needs of the specific clinical area where they are allocated to work and have the ability to adapt to a variety of clinical settings.
- It is the responsibility of the Healthcare assistants to ensure they receive a local induction and familiarise themselves with procedures on the ward/department in a timely manner.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Healthcare Responsibilities
- Assist individual patients with elements of basic nursing care and the implementation of programmes of care under the direction of a registered nurse.
- Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives.
- Contribute to the support of patients in transition from one care setting to another.
- Assist with obtaining, transmitting and storing information related to the delivery of a care service. See section regarding Respect for Patient Confidentiality below.
- Assist and contribute to the movement and treatment of patients to achieve physical comfort and minimise the adverse effects of pressure according to the prescription of care. Report areas of concern to qualified staff.
- Assist individual patients with activities of daily living according to individual needs including personal hygiene, appearance, oral care, fluid and dietary intake.
- Develop an understanding of individual patient needs in relation to dietary regimes and fluid intake.
- Monitor and record fluid balance and dietary intake. Report areas of concern.
- Enable/assist patients to minimise discomfort and pain according to the prescription of care.
- Participate in clerical duties as required.
- Support qualified staff by carrying out accurate record keeping, taking and relaying verbal and written messages promptly, respecting confidentiality.
- Contribute to minimising the effect of disruptive, abusive behaviour and the protection of individuals from abuse, complying at all times for Health & Safety/Risk Management detailed below.
- Contribute to the clinical governance agenda.
- To undertake work involving specialist skills following satisfactory assessment of competence and under the direction of a trained nurse, i.e.
-Patient escort to and return from X-Ray, Wards and Departments-
-Patient escort to theatre
-Observations, MEWS scoring, fluid balance, health measurement
-Urinalysis
-Collection of specimens
-Any other clinical skills required subject to training and competency
Service Specific Responsibilities
- Healthcare assistants must be open to understanding the needs of the specific clinical area where they are allocated to work and have the ability to adapt to a variety of clinical settings.
- It is the responsibility of the Healthcare assistants to ensure they receive a local induction and familiarise themselves with procedures on the ward/department in a timely manner.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience as a Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker in a hospital/Care home setting or vaccination hub (through employment) within the last 3 years.
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of nursing documentation/patient records
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of staff and patients
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Good knowledge of IT and basic computer skills.
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Good understanding of care needs relevant to patients in a hospital setting Including; o Eating and drinking o Dignity and respect o Communication/conflict resolution o Hand washing/Infection control o Hygiene needs o Safeguarding
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ/RCF/QCF in Health and Social Care or significant equivalent experience or an Apprenticeship. You will be required to complete a care certificate if not already achieved within 6 months of start date. An equivalent to the above qualifications could be: o A minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role (see experience) o An overseas nurse qualification o Student Nurse/Midwife o Student Radiographer (provided evidence of assessment in practice can be provided).
Desirable
- Maths and English to Level 2/ Functional Skills Level 2/ GCSE grade 4-9 (Grade C or above)
- Care Certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience as a Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker in a hospital/Care home setting or vaccination hub (through employment) within the last 3 years.
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to patients and colleagues. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of nursing documentation/patient records
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of staff and patients
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Good knowledge of IT and basic computer skills.
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Good understanding of care needs relevant to patients in a hospital setting Including; o Eating and drinking o Dignity and respect o Communication/conflict resolution o Hand washing/Infection control o Hygiene needs o Safeguarding
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ/RCF/QCF in Health and Social Care or significant equivalent experience or an Apprenticeship. You will be required to complete a care certificate if not already achieved within 6 months of start date. An equivalent to the above qualifications could be: o A minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role (see experience) o An overseas nurse qualification o Student Nurse/Midwife o Student Radiographer (provided evidence of assessment in practice can be provided).
Desirable
- Maths and English to Level 2/ Functional Skills Level 2/ GCSE grade 4-9 (Grade C or above)
- Care Certificate
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).
