Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for confident,
enthusiastic and highly motivated Healthcare Assistant to work in Acute
Cardiology at Darlington Memorial Hospital.
We are a 26 bedded ward encompassing an 8 Acute Cardiology
beds and 18 Cardiology medical beds. We are a strong, dynamic, enthusiastic and
friendly team looking for individuals who share our enthusiasm in providing a
high standard of care to our patients. We support our staff to undertake job
relevant training.
This position offers
development of skills and provides education and support for the successful
candidate. You will need to be highly motivated and have the ability to work autonomously
and as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
Assist in
admitting patients to the ward, completing demographic details and recording
base-line observations.
Provide care
to patients following instructions in the care plan, programme or pathway.
Demonstrate
competence in the accurate recording of routine clinical observations.
Recognise
abnormal recordings or signs of change in a patients condition and report
changes to a registered nurse.
Assist
patients meet their personal care needs (includes hygiene, mobility,
nutrition, elimination and comfort).
Assist
patients to eat and drink in a sensitive and supportive manner.
Accurately
record information on patient food charts and fluid balance charts, reporting
concerns to a registered nurse.
Assist
clinical team with data entry, filing and maintaining accurate documentation
of care.
Assist in
escorting, transferring and discharging patients, ensuring all property is
packed and the bed area is prepared for the next patient.
Ensure
treatment rooms and ward areas are adequately stocked and tidy.
Assist in
resolving conflict by responding to concerns and complaints in a positive
manner.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide
nursing care to patients, their families and carers following nursing
assessment of their health and health related needs, undertaking a range of
clinical care duties. Demonstrate the
ability (with training if necessary) to undertake basic clinical activities
such as venepuncture, simple wound dressings, blood glucose monitoring (this
list is not exhaustive).
Report to a
registered nurse any variation in the condition of the patient that might
indicate a change in the patients health status and subsequently require
further assistance.
Within the
boundaries of delegated responsibility and competency provide care and
perform interventions that will contribute to the delivery of the patients
care needs.
Evaluate
personal performance in a reflective manner to ensure continued personal
development and the maintenance of an up to date knowledge base.
Accurately
record all clinical interventions and patient related activity in line with
the organisational policies on record keeping.
Participate
in health promotion and informed patient choice so that these are encouraged
and developed to their maximum potential, within the available resources.
To practice
in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
Support
efforts to ensure effective partnership working between Health and Social
Care colleagues as well as other key services and agencies.
Supports an
effective system of annual appraisal and personal development plans for all
staff within the team in order that the development needs of both the
individual and the team are identified and met.
Support and
promote a team culture which actively encourages empowerment thereby
supporting and facilitating change.
Support
user/patient involvement and participation in areas of responsibility.
To
participate in clinical supervision.
To contribute
in identifying own development needs on an annual basis in line with the
Trusts appraisal scheme and the requirements for KSF.
To develop a
self awareness of interpersonal skills in relation to cultural values and
beliefs of others
Within the
boundaries of delegated responsibility and competency provide care and
perform interventions that will contribute to the delivery of the patients
care needs.
Evaluate
personal performance in a reflective manner to ensure continued personal
development and the maintenance of an up to date knowledge base.
Accurately
record all clinical interventions and patient related activity in line with
the organisational policies on record keeping.
Clinical
Quality
Promote and
support the effective implementation of all Organisational Policies and
Procedures.
Support the
development and maintenance of a learning environment within the integrated
team that is appropriate for the development needs of all members.
Participate
in health promotion and informed patient choice so that these are encouraged
and developed to their maximum potential, within the available resources.
Participate
in an integrated approach to clinical quality issues.
Participate
in appropriate clinical teaching packages for staff across both Health and
Social Care teams.
To practice
in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
Resources
Support
efforts to ensure effective partnership working between Health and Social
Care colleagues as well as other key services and agencies.
Supports an
effective system of annual appraisal and personal development plans for all
staff within the team in order that the development needs of both the
individual and the team are identified and met.
Support an
effective two-way network of communication both within and without the team
that ensures that all members are appropriately informed of salient
community/team issues.
Support and
promote a team culture which actively encourages empowerment thereby
supporting and facilitating change.
Support the
provision of a high quality, value for money and effective service within
available resources.
Supports the
effective utilisation of information technology systems to ensure the
provision of accurate clinical and statistical data.
Support
user/patient involvement and participation in areas of responsibility.
Development
To support an
environment that enables the achievement of the desired philosophy of care
through a multi disciplinary/multi agency approach.
To
participate in clinical supervision.
To contribute
in identifying own development needs on an annual basis in line with the
Trusts appraisal scheme and the requirements for KSF.
To develop a
self awareness of interpersonal skills in relation to cultural values and
beliefs of others.
The post
holder is required to promote the Trusts core values of care, quality,
respect, leadership and achievement by adherence to the behavioural
competencies as detailed on the Trusts website/intranet site
It is the responsibility of all individuals to comply with infection
control policies and to attend any appropriate training
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide
nursing care to patients, their families and carers following nursing
assessment of their health and health related needs, undertaking a range of
clinical care duties. Demonstrate the
ability (with training if necessary) to undertake basic clinical activities
such as venepuncture, simple wound dressings, blood glucose monitoring (this
list is not exhaustive).
Report to a
registered nurse any variation in the condition of the patient that might
indicate a change in the patients health status and subsequently require
further assistance.
Within the
boundaries of delegated responsibility and competency provide care and
perform interventions that will contribute to the delivery of the patients
care needs.
Evaluate
personal performance in a reflective manner to ensure continued personal
development and the maintenance of an up to date knowledge base.
Accurately
record all clinical interventions and patient related activity in line with
the organisational policies on record keeping.
Participate
in health promotion and informed patient choice so that these are encouraged
and developed to their maximum potential, within the available resources.
To practice
in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
Support
efforts to ensure effective partnership working between Health and Social
Care colleagues as well as other key services and agencies.
Supports an
effective system of annual appraisal and personal development plans for all
staff within the team in order that the development needs of both the
individual and the team are identified and met.
Support and
promote a team culture which actively encourages empowerment thereby
supporting and facilitating change.
Support
user/patient involvement and participation in areas of responsibility.
To
participate in clinical supervision.
To contribute
in identifying own development needs on an annual basis in line with the
Trusts appraisal scheme and the requirements for KSF.
To develop a
self awareness of interpersonal skills in relation to cultural values and
beliefs of others
Within the
boundaries of delegated responsibility and competency provide care and
perform interventions that will contribute to the delivery of the patients
care needs.
Evaluate
personal performance in a reflective manner to ensure continued personal
development and the maintenance of an up to date knowledge base.
Accurately
record all clinical interventions and patient related activity in line with
the organisational policies on record keeping.
Clinical
Quality
Promote and
support the effective implementation of all Organisational Policies and
Procedures.
Support the
development and maintenance of a learning environment within the integrated
team that is appropriate for the development needs of all members.
Participate
in health promotion and informed patient choice so that these are encouraged
and developed to their maximum potential, within the available resources.
Participate
in an integrated approach to clinical quality issues.
Participate
in appropriate clinical teaching packages for staff across both Health and
Social Care teams.
To practice
in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
Resources
Support
efforts to ensure effective partnership working between Health and Social
Care colleagues as well as other key services and agencies.
Supports an
effective system of annual appraisal and personal development plans for all
staff within the team in order that the development needs of both the
individual and the team are identified and met.
Support an
effective two-way network of communication both within and without the team
that ensures that all members are appropriately informed of salient
community/team issues.
Support and
promote a team culture which actively encourages empowerment thereby
supporting and facilitating change.
Support the
provision of a high quality, value for money and effective service within
available resources.
Supports the
effective utilisation of information technology systems to ensure the
provision of accurate clinical and statistical data.
Support
user/patient involvement and participation in areas of responsibility.
Development
To support an
environment that enables the achievement of the desired philosophy of care
through a multi disciplinary/multi agency approach.
To
participate in clinical supervision.
To contribute
in identifying own development needs on an annual basis in line with the
Trusts appraisal scheme and the requirements for KSF.
To develop a
self awareness of interpersonal skills in relation to cultural values and
beliefs of others.
The post
holder is required to promote the Trusts core values of care, quality,
respect, leadership and achievement by adherence to the behavioural
competencies as detailed on the Trusts website/intranet site
It is the responsibility of all individuals to comply with infection
control policies and to attend any appropriate training
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills.
- Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
- Understanding of the role of HCSW.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3/Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant experience.
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change.
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Computer skills.
- Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience in caring for others.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
- Understanding of the role of HCSW.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant NVQ Level 3/Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent relevant experience.
- Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
- GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
- Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Excellent communication & interpersonal
- skills.
- Reflective practitioner.
- Ability to work in a busy and varied work
- environment and respond to change.
Desirable
- Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of
- English.
- Ability to act upon own initiative.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work under some pressure.
- Ability to show leadership
- Ability to plan own work.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Willing to take and record patient
- observations
Desirable
- Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
