Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to come and join our amazing AAU team.
The applicant needs to have experience in working in an emergency / acute environment, have good organisational skills, be adaptable and enjoy working in a busy environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must be patient focused with good communication skills and have an interest in working with multi speciality adult patients, and experience in communicating with patients who may be under duress due to their health.
A good foundation of clinical skills is required, recording observations, performing phlebotomy, cannulation and simple dressings with a willingness to learn new skills as well as supporting patients with their mobility, hygiene and care needs as required.
They must be an excellent team player, working alongside the medical, nursing, therapy and administrative staff but be able to use their initiative and know the limitations of their role and when to escalate to the nurse in charge. Their role will involve them supporting these clinicians as a chaperone, assisting in procedures, dressings and accompanying patients to investigations.
Basic computer skills is essential and experience with the hospital computer systems - Cerner-is desirable but training can be provided so they can support the administrative team in busy times
About us
t the Royal Free London, our mission is to be world class in the provision ofcare and treatment to our local and wider population, clinical research andteaching excellence. We aim to deliver kind and compassionate care in allthree of our hospitals and satellite areas, to improve lives and helppeople thrive. We have over 10,000 staff across our various sites, all working towards the same aim which is to ensure our patients receive the very best care.You will work with lots of different people from diverse backgrounds allperforming different roles giving you a great opportunity to learn and develop. Patients are at the heart of everything we do, and pivotal to the successful delivery of our aims are our emergency nurse/care practitioners, whose decisive, resilient and caring nature ensures that patients receive the very best care in their local urgent care centres.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to AAU.
- The post holder is to act as a support worker within the multi-disciplinary team, under the direction of the qualified practitioners.
- The post holder is expected to help provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Undertake baseline observations i.e. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturations, respiratory rate and blood glucose monitoring (following appropriate training).
- Undertake venepuncture, including cannulation of patients.
- Perform urinalysis and pregnancy testing and report findings to requesting practitioner (following appropriate training).
- Perform E.C.G. recordings and report back to the requesting practitioner (following appropriate training).
- Be aware of the responsibilities placed upon you under the Health & Safety at work act (1974), and to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, service users and visitors.
- The post holder will be courteous and helpful to patients and their families, staff and all visitors to the department. He/she will respond promptly to all requests from all members of staff in AAU.
- To demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to the Trusts safeguarding procedures.
- Maintain Patient confidentiality at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to AAU.
- The post holder is to act as a support worker within the multi-disciplinary team, under the direction of the qualified practitioners.
- The post holder is expected to help provide a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Undertake baseline observations i.e. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturations, respiratory rate and blood glucose monitoring (following appropriate training).
- Undertake venepuncture, including cannulation of patients.
- Perform urinalysis and pregnancy testing and report findings to requesting practitioner (following appropriate training).
- Perform E.C.G. recordings and report back to the requesting practitioner (following appropriate training).
- Be aware of the responsibilities placed upon you under the Health & Safety at work act (1974), and to ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, service users and visitors.
- The post holder will be courteous and helpful to patients and their families, staff and all visitors to the department. He/she will respond promptly to all requests from all members of staff in AAU.
- To demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to the Trusts safeguarding procedures.
- Maintain Patient confidentiality at all times.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English Language, grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public
- Previous experience working in healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience in acute hospital setting caring for patients who are unwell
- Previous acute experience
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Good communication skills
- Skilled in time management
- Basic IT skills
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Mature and professional attitude
- Enthusiastic and positive with commitment to working in this area of work
- Displays compassion and understanding
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern, including weekends, evenings and weekends
- Able to work flexible shift pattern, including weekends, evenings and nights
- Able to meet the physical and educational demands of the role
- Able to meet infection control and uniform policies of the Trust
- Demonstrates an understanding of confidentiality
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English Language, grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public
- Previous experience working in healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous healthcare experience in acute hospital setting caring for patients who are unwell
- Previous acute experience
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Good communication skills
- Skilled in time management
- Basic IT skills
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- Mature and professional attitude
- Enthusiastic and positive with commitment to working in this area of work
- Displays compassion and understanding
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern, including weekends, evenings and weekends
- Able to work flexible shift pattern, including weekends, evenings and nights
- Able to meet the physical and educational demands of the role
- Able to meet infection control and uniform policies of the Trust
- Demonstrates an understanding of confidentiality
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).
