About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to work in our brand new 15-bed medical ward, which incorporates the Bupa accredited state-of-the-art stroke rehabilitation service.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will have been working in a similar environment and will be up to date in current practices. Experience will extend to working within a busy ward and professional, multi-disciplinary teams. Ideally, you will have worked in a ward specialising in stroke rehabilitation. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join a thriving busy team and wants to work with excellent staff to patient ratio.
About us
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is a leading private hospital in London, offering a comprehensive range of specialist medical treatments, clinics and diagnostic services from a team of world-class consultants, supported by a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical staff.
We are known for our exceptional standards of care, excellent nursing standards, and cutting-edge medical treatments.
We have 170 years of history and are looking for people to join us for the next chapter. We are very unique as the only truly charitable private hospital in London and as a charity, every private patient treated helps support our on-site community hospice
Job description Job responsibilities
Undertake delegated responsibilities from registered nurses, and maintain a safe standard of practice Work accurately and with a high volume of work during peak times Establish a rapport with the patient and an awareness of the individuals needs, ensuring these are communicated to the registered nurse Ensure any intake records are completed in a timely and accurate manner, and report any changes/difficulties to the registered nurse responsible for the patient Build excellent relationships with our Consultants
Person Specification
Experience Essential
NVQ Level 2 in Health Care Experience within a care setting Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Able to work without direct supervision within the bounds of the Health Care Assistant role
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 The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth
Address 60 Grove End Road
St John’s Wood
London
NW8 9NH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hje.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)