About this role
Job summary
Pear Tree ward is a 30 bedded ward specialising in Diabetes and Endocrinology.
Our team is hard working, positive and friendly. We work together as a team and we pride ourselves on going that "extra mile" for our patients.
The post holder will be enthusiastic about delivering high quality fundamental care to patients under the guidance of a Registered Practitioner in a caring, compassionate and sensitive manner.
Acting always in the patient's best interests Protecting and maintaining the patient's privacy and dignity at all times Providing individualised care respecting personal beliefs and preferences Alerting the Registered Practitioner to any change or concern relating to the welfare of a patient in a timely manner This role includes a mixture of night shifts, day shifts, and weekends to meet the needs of our service.
Main duties of the job
Typical shift patterns are as follows:
o Shift hours are 07:30 - 20:00 and 19:30 - 08:00, across all seven days of the week (including bank holidays).
o Your daily duties will be performed under the supervision of our registered staff. The main duties may include:
o Personal care, food, personal hygiene and overall reassurance, comfort, and safety.
o Help patients move around.
o Learn about individuals' specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
o Maintain a safe, clean, and enjoyable clinical environment to live and work in.
o Communicate with patients and their families.
o Manage stock levels for linen and other supplies.
o Contribute to the overall assessment of patients by measuring and recording height, weight, and body mass index (BMI).
o Assist with taking specimens from the patient for the ward or laboratory testing.
o Contribute to clear and concise paper and electronic patient documentation.
Applicants who do not meet the full criteria for appointment at Band 3 may be appointed at Band 2 and supported through a structured development programme including completion of required competencies and qualifications with progression to Band 3 subject to evidence of competence and service need.
About us
Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
If you require more information, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
Maths and English skills equivalent to Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy Ability to complete written and electronic records accurately and undertake competency-based learning For Band 3 appointments: NVQ / QCF Level 3 in a health-related subject or demonstrable equivalent experience supported by completion of a competency-based clinical skills framework
Desirable
Completion of the Care Certificate or equivalent experience NVQ / QCF Level 2 in a health-related subject or equivalent experience
Experience & Knowledge Essential
Experience caring for others or providing customer-focused services Experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar care role Experience of caring for patients in an acute setting
Key Skills & Abilities Essential
Ability to communicate clearly in English verbally, in writing, via IT and using the telephone Reliable punctual and flexible to meet service needs
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 North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)