Job summary
In this role, you will have the opportunity to personally
make a difference to our patients lives and the lives of their carers and
relatives every single day. Our Healthcare Assistants work at the heart of our
multidisciplinary teams who support our patients by assisting the Registered
Nurses in planning, delivering, and evaluating care. This will require you: to
be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals, both
verbally and in writing; to share our commitment to maintaining high standards
in everything we do; and to demonstrate that you can work effectively within a
team that behaves in accordance with our values.
The roles are varied and busy as you will be working a
variety of shifts including long days, nights, weekends and bank holidays. We
will support you to achieve full training for your core duties including
achievement of a national Care Certificate, and we will support your continued
development.
To be eligible to work as a Healthcare Assistant Apprentice
we expect that you have Level 1 Functional Skills in Numeracy and English or
equivalent GCSE levels.
Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship,
you will automatically become a Healthcare Assistant. To be eligible for a funded
apprenticeship, you must be over the age of 16, a resident in the UK for the
last three years and you must not hold a level 3 qualification (or above) or an
NVQ Level 2 qualification in the same pathway or subject, e.g. BTEC or GCSE.
Main duties of the job
- Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet
the needs of patients and their families.
- Assist the Registered Practitioner in the planning
implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
- Participate in the development of self and others.
Interviews will take place on:
- Friday 8th September 2023
- Friday 22nd September 2023
- Friday 29th September 2023
- Thursday 12th October 2023
- Thursday 19th October 2023
- Thursday 26th October 2023
About us
We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care.
In line with this, we welcome applicants with lived experience of providing unpaid and/or support to a family member or friend with a disability, health condition, mental health problem, addiction or other health and care need.
We have a clear vision, and you could be part of this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- At the direction of the Registered Nurse, participate fully
in the delivery of planned nursing care, using a wide range of clinical skills.
- Participate in the admission, transfer and discharge of
patients.
- Assist in all aspects of personnel hygiene and toileting
needs of patients.
- Assist with the service of meals and the feeding of patients
as needed.
- Assist with the safe moving, handling and mobilisation of patients.
- Involve patients and carers/relatives in delivery of patient
care.
- Provide reassurance and support to patients, carers/family.
- Preserve clients privacy and dignity at all times.
- Following appropriate training and education, supervision
and completion of competencies. Monitor patients vital signs, including
immediate post operative, during blood transfusion and the monitoring of blood
glucose levels.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency
situations.
- Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care to
be evaluated and records maintained.
- Participate in the maintenance of accurate records of care.
- Work collaboratively with others in the ward to ensure that
patients needs are met.
- Provide escorts for patients and undertake transfer of
patients as directed.
- Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical
guidelines for self and others.
- Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns regarding
patient care.
- Report any incidents, complaints or accidents to the Nurse
in charge.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
- Attend and participate in team, ward and unit meetings.
- Participate in patient and public involvement activities.
- Participate in general cleanliness and tidiness of ward
environment.
- Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the
development of others.
- Assist with the induction of new Health Care Assistants.
- Attend mandatory in-service training programmes
- including moving and handling, fire etc.
- Fulfil the role of associate link nurse.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
- Act as patient advocate at all times. Ensure the privacy and
dignity of each patient.
- Clarify patients comprehension of consultation and refer to
qualified staff if required.
- Be present or deal with frequent exposure to
emotional/distressing events, e.g. breaking of bad news.
- Provide relevant written and verbal information as directed
and participate in any research projects approved by the organisation.
- Assisting with personal carers of patients in relation to
toileting and moving and handling.
- Maintain a professional working relationship will all
members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of Trust
and patient information unless authorised for specific purposes. Report any
concerns about the use of such information to the Sister/Nurse in charge.
- Report to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge all untoward
occurrences, comments and complaints from patients and visitors.
- Observe and report any changes in a patients condition to
Centre Manager/Nurse in charge.
- Participate in the provision of beverages and refreshments.
- Recognise and report defects in buildings and equipment to
Centre Manager/Nurse in charge or other relevant personnel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- At the direction of the Registered Nurse, participate fully
in the delivery of planned nursing care, using a wide range of clinical skills.
- Participate in the admission, transfer and discharge of
patients.
- Assist in all aspects of personnel hygiene and toileting
needs of patients.
- Assist with the service of meals and the feeding of patients
as needed.
- Assist with the safe moving, handling and mobilisation of patients.
- Involve patients and carers/relatives in delivery of patient
care.
- Provide reassurance and support to patients, carers/family.
- Preserve clients privacy and dignity at all times.
- Following appropriate training and education, supervision
and completion of competencies. Monitor patients vital signs, including
immediate post operative, during blood transfusion and the monitoring of blood
glucose levels.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency
situations.
- Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care to
be evaluated and records maintained.
- Participate in the maintenance of accurate records of care.
- Work collaboratively with others in the ward to ensure that
patients needs are met.
- Provide escorts for patients and undertake transfer of
patients as directed.
- Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical
guidelines for self and others.
- Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns regarding
patient care.
- Report any incidents, complaints or accidents to the Nurse
in charge.
- Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
- Attend and participate in team, ward and unit meetings.
- Participate in patient and public involvement activities.
- Participate in general cleanliness and tidiness of ward
environment.
- Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the
development of others.
- Assist with the induction of new Health Care Assistants.
- Attend mandatory in-service training programmes
- including moving and handling, fire etc.
- Fulfil the role of associate link nurse.
- Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
- Act as patient advocate at all times. Ensure the privacy and
dignity of each patient.
- Clarify patients comprehension of consultation and refer to
qualified staff if required.
- Be present or deal with frequent exposure to
emotional/distressing events, e.g. breaking of bad news.
- Provide relevant written and verbal information as directed
and participate in any research projects approved by the organisation.
- Assisting with personal carers of patients in relation to
toileting and moving and handling.
- Maintain a professional working relationship will all
members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of Trust
and patient information unless authorised for specific purposes. Report any
concerns about the use of such information to the Sister/Nurse in charge.
- Report to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge all untoward
occurrences, comments and complaints from patients and visitors.
- Observe and report any changes in a patients condition to
Centre Manager/Nurse in charge.
- Participate in the provision of beverages and refreshments.
- Recognise and report defects in buildings and equipment to
Centre Manager/Nurse in charge or other relevant personnel.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3) Maths GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks and develop
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
- Basic understanding of the needs of the patient
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written)
- Enthusiastic
- Adaptable and flexible
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
- Understands confidentiality requirements.
- Empathetic and respectful of colleagues, patients and their relatives
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of importance of patient confidentiality
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- I strive to do things right first time, every time.
- I make first impressions count by being professional in my appearance, communication, body language and attitude.
- I will aim to give the standard of care or service
- I would expect for myself or my relative and ask myself, would I be happy with this?
- I will take responsibility for my actions and ensure
- I follow Trust policies and procedures
- I will protect the privacy and dignity of patients, service users and colleagues.
- I regularly seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3) Maths GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise tasks and develop
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
- Basic understanding of the needs of the patient
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written)
- Enthusiastic
- Adaptable and flexible
- Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
- Understands confidentiality requirements.
- Empathetic and respectful of colleagues, patients and their relatives
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Awareness of importance of patient confidentiality
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- I strive to do things right first time, every time.
- I make first impressions count by being professional in my appearance, communication, body language and attitude.
- I will aim to give the standard of care or service
- I would expect for myself or my relative and ask myself, would I be happy with this?
- I will take responsibility for my actions and ensure
- I follow Trust policies and procedures
- I will protect the privacy and dignity of patients, service users and colleagues.
- I regularly seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
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
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).
