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Healthcare Assistant
Wellington Hospital

 This job is no longer active and cannot be applied for.
 
 
Job type: Nursing - Junior Level
Department: 4 NTH - REH
Position type: Full-time
Position code: 001/3140/HCA/6
   
Closing Date: 28-05-2008
Contact details: For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Jennifer Rawson, Modern Matron on 0207 483 5098 or email jennifer.rawson@hcahealthcare.co.uk
 
 
Position Summary: Healthcare assistant required with NVQ level 2/3 to work within the busy Rehabilitation Unit at The Wellington Hospital. The candidate must have relevant experience in a hospital environment. The candidate will assist clinical staff in providing nursing care of the highest quality to patients.

You will be responsible for the basic nursing care of patients under the supervision of trained staff. You must be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Training will be given. You must be able to do internal rotation.
General
Responsibility:

Provide basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of trained staff
Develop competence in carrying out basic observations and recording the results
To notify senior staff of changes/concerns in a patient’s condition
Conversant with computer systems
Recognise own limitations and request assistance as necessary
Monitor stock levels and report shortfalls
Ensure clinical areas are kept tidy
Clean and check equipment, reporting faults
Demonstrate a caring and supportive manner to patients and relatives
Escort patients as required, either within the hospital or beyond
Undertake administrative duties as required e.g. filing, making up admission packs
Ensure all patient charges captured
To wear correct uniform and appear clean and tidy at all times

Requirements KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Good spoken English
Good basic level of education
Some hospital or similar experience
Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
Health and Safety training
Lifting and Handling

PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY
Deal with enquiries and refer as appropriate
To recognise potential or existing problems and notify senior staff
Identify and report faulty equipment
Recognise cultural differences/issues and adapt accordingly

SPHERE OF INFLUENCE
Liaison with consultants, managers, staff and patients.
To demonstrate care and dedication
To be efficient and professional in representing the hospital
To assist in the orientation of patients and visitors

RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY
Maintain a high standards of nursing care
To take responsibility for own actions, recognising own limitations
To recognise hazards and prevent risks to self, other staff or patients within the unit
Maintain confidentiality
To check equipment and report faults
To keep up to date with current procedures /mandatory training
To maintain accurate records

SKILLS AND EFFORT
Good verbal communication skills
Flexibility to respond to the needs of the department
Good team player
Evidence of updating clinical skills/knowledge
Customer care skills
Ability to be tactful and sensitive
Punctuality

WORKING CONDITIONS
Possible contact with:
Bodily fluids
Sharps
Radiation (some areas)
Lifting and handling

Hours of work:
Shiftwork

This job is no longer active and cannot be applied for.