About this role
Job summary
The Emergency Department of Wexham Park Hospital is looking to recruit an experienced Health Care Assistant at Frimley NHS Health Foundation Trust (FHFT) who is currently working in the UK in a Healthcare setting.
We are looking for a compassionate, caring healthcare worker who strives to deliver high quality care to patients. This will be a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others at FHFT.
Please note this is a front facing clinical role where a high level of spoken and written English language is required.Please do not use AI software for completion of your application for this role.
You currently must be in the UK and have current or previous experience of working in a UK Healthcare setting as an HCA.
Main duties of the job
As a Health Care Assistant, you will work under direct or indirect supervision of a registered Nurse/Nursing Associate. You will be primarily assisting the nursing team with care of the patients and will facilitate the smooth running of the department.
As a member of the department team you will always support clinically your registrant colleagues and act in the best interest of patients. With this role we expect that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and values others' beliefs whilst delivering clinical care. This is a clinical front facing role where excellent customer care skills are expected to be delivered to patients, relatives, carers, and colleagues.
You will need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role you can look forward to a career full of development opportunities and the support from an excellent team of healthcare professionals - working alongside a reliable and friendly team.
You will also have access to a full program of training and development as well as a range of employee benefits.
When joining our team, we can offer you a supportive working environment as well as training and development to meet your needs. If you have an interest in providing exceptional patient care as well as developing your clinical knowledge and skills, then please apply via this vacancy.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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This vacancy is linked with the opportunity for Apprenticeship(for those eligible for Apprenticeships). This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health. You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar Healthcare qualificationor you are.
Job description Job responsibilities
These are some of the clinical roles you may be expected to deliver as a B3 HCA at FHFT:please refer to the full JD for a more expanded list.
To undertake agreed clinical activities including collection of urine and faecal samples, run a urine dip, ECG taking, venepuncture and cannulation, swabs, recording of fluid intake/output, changing urine drainage bags, catheter insertion and care, recording of pulse/temperature/blood pressure/saturations and patient The National Early Warning Score (NEWS2) scoring, and to advise the registrant nurse of any changes in a patients condition. To care for enhanced care observation patients (1:1) or bay-based observation as required To provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients. Maintain stock levels and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with Information Governance requirements. Assist patients with personal care needs, including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort. To contribute to the safe movement of patients, using equipment to mobilise and move patients, after mobility assessment, to ensure patient comfort. Assist in maintaining a safe and clean working environment. Participate in mandatory training and ongoing professional development. Adhere to Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards. Elements of the Job Description and the Person Specification may be screened at interview. We reserve the right to terminate the interview if it is felt these are not met.
Please also note that it is a mandatory requirement, for those who do not have a Care Certificate, to complete a self-assessment form that is attached to this vacancy. Failure to complete and return this document 48 hours prior to your interview will delay the recruitment process or prevent your offer from being issued.
Level 3 Apprenticeship, see info available on this link: Senior healthcare support worker / Skills England
Important Information for Applicants Requiring Visa Sponsorship:Recent changes to UK immigration rules may affect your eligibility for a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa. Sponsorship may not be possible if:
The role does not meet the minimum salary threshold set by UKVI The role is not included on the Immigration Salary List (ISL) The role is below RQF Level 6 (graduate level) These restrictions may also apply if you are currently on a Graduate Visa and are seeking to switch to a Skilled Worker Visa.
Please check your eligibility under the latest UKVI requirements before applying. Applications from candidates who do not meet the criteria cannot be progressed.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ 3 or Degree Holder in Nursing Evidence of general education, eg GCSE's or equivalent functional skills Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy
Experience Essential
Emergency Department experience Previous experience of dealing with the general public Experience in a UK care setting Care Certificate
Desirable
Experience on a hospital ward
Skills Essential
Communication Skills Basic Numeracy and Literacy Skills Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback from staff Ability to work with minimal supervision
Special Requirements Essential
Willingness to work full shift patterns, including early/late/night shifts and weekends and bank holidays
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Wexham Park Hospital
Wexham Street
Slough
SL2 4HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)