About this role
Job summary
Band 3 Healthcare Assistant (Windsor Dialysis Unit)
PLEASE NOTE: This post is based at Windsor Dialysis Unit, Old Ambulance Station, Maidenhead Road, Windsor, SL4 5EY- and attracts a Fringe payment of 5% of gross basic salary.
We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to work full-time 37.5 hours per week at our Windsor Dialysis Unit - you must be able to work all shifts AM, PM and Twilight Shifts.
Windsor dialysis unit is 24 bedded dialysis unit located in the middle of Windsor Town near Windsor Castle and the racecourse.
We work as a team to provide high quality of care to our patients.
Windsor Dialysis Unit is proud to be part ofBerkshire Kidney Unit: University Department of Renal Medicine. We are recognized by the University of Reading for our excellence in clinical care, education and research that the whole department delivers.
A visit to our unit is highly recommended.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide high quality fundamental care to patients under the guidance and supervision 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 individualized care for a diverse group of patients respecting personal beliefs and preferences.
Alert the Registered Practitioner and/or Ward/ Department Manager to any change or concern relating to the welfare of the patient in a timely manner.
Assisting nurses in the Haemodialysis Unit to provide a holistic care to patients. Training will be provided for enhanced practice.
As part of the induction process, all new Healthcare Assistants will be supported to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate (attached document refers) developed by Health Education England, Skills for Health and Skills for Care (2015).
This fantastic opportunity will allow you to gain formal recognition for the skills and knowledge you develop within the first 12 weeks of employment within the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
About us
Windsor is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our Trust "CARE" values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification/Training Essential
NVQ / QCF level 2 in Health or Health and Social Care. Completion of Care Certificate.
Experience Desirable
Previous experience of working in a hospital or other care setting.
Other Essential
Information technology literate.
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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address Windsor Dialysis Unit
Old Ambulance Station, Maidenhead Road
Windsor
SL4 5EY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)