EAU Health Care Assistant
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Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated individuals who are committed to delivering a high standard of patient care on our busy but friendly wards. You will be involved in a variety of duties such as bathing, toileting and the monitoring of patient observations.
As a vital member of our team, we know that you are often the first person our patients talk with and trust. As such, we are offering you development and support through your care certificate and an apprenticeship qualification. You will be expected to complete the National Care Certificate within 12 weeks of commencement (if full time) and if you do not hold a Level 2 or higher qualification in Health & Social Care you will need to complete the Clinical Apprenticeship in General Health.
If you are 18 or over and can show empathy and understanding whilst maintaining patients self-respect and dignity, we would like to hear from you, previous experience of working in a health care setting would be an advantage but not essential.
PLEASE NOTE:
You will be expected to be able to work a variety of shifts, including long days, long nights, weekends and public holidays.
When you come for assessment you will be required to undertake a literacy and numeracy test. This test is necessary in order to ensure you meet the requirements of apprenticeship study at a later date. The test can be challenging and we recommend that you review your English and Maths knowledge prior to completing this.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the delivery of patient/client care and participate in the safe and effective management of the nursing services under the supervision of registered nurses and midwives.
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) will contribute in a variety of activities of patient/client care to the level of experience and assessed competence that he/she has acquired. The service users come from a variety of cultural backgrounds and the Health Care Assistant must be able to communicate effectively.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Details
Date posted
09 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£22,383 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
418-HCA9648-DC
Job locations
Luton and dunstable hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton and dunstable hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer's website
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