About this role
Job summary
To work under the guidance and supervision of qualified members of staff to meet the needs of the clients in their own home. The job may also occasionally require the provision of care of clients in some other primary health care setting. Calderdale provides a 24 hours district nursing service and the job entails supporting this service.
The post is for a healthcare assistant working between the hours of 8:00am - 4:00pm (depending on shifts) 7 days a week.
*A valid UK driving licence is essential for the post with access to your own vehicle and full business insurance *
Main duties of the job
Applicants must be a motivated and passionate about high quality patient care have excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and have an ability to work under pressure. Assist in the delivery of unscheduled, unpredictable episodes of care on a regular basis, with appropriate use of initiative.
Be willing to undertaken any additional training appropriate for this role, to enable effective delivery of care of the client group.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting is desirable.
It is essential that the candidate is confident , resilient and has a caring nature.
About us
Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT)provides a supportive and inclusive workplace, staffs health and well-being is extremely important to us and we provide a range of opportunities for personal and professional development.
Our vision is to provideone culture of carefor one another in order that we can provide compassionate care for the people who use our services. We are passionate about creating a workplace where we work together to get results, encouraging colleagues to have their say, in order to co create the change we want to see. We take pride in the diversity of our workforce that's why we encourage applications from all.Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants.
Job description Job responsibilities
Able to create a professional nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovation whilst reflecting organisational strategy and values. Willing to develop new skills and participate in training in line with service development e.g. venepuncture, administration of defined medicines, enteral feeding. Has an understanding and knowledge of community care procedure and practice (basic observations, catheter care, monitoring of blood sugar/blood pressure etc) Participate, through appraisal, in matching organizational aims with personal objectives and supporting staff within their own area of responsibility to do the same.
Managing Information:
Use appropriate information to make timely and effective decisions in relation to the community nursing team. Contribute to the development of information systems. Obtains transmits and stores information relating to the delivery of care services (this may involve auditing) Participate in the use of information and technology including inputting data on the computer system enabling other members of the team to use. Provide information in a form that meets the understanding of the receiver at all levels. Use of oral, written and computerized information that facilitates continuity of patient care throughout the 24-hour period. Completes documentation in accordance with Trusts policies and procedure Managing Self:
Participate in regular supervision. Attend all mandatory training. Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols. Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy. Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary. Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times. Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING Essential
English and Mathematics GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent. This includes Key Skills Level 1 in Communication and Application of Number or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Mathematics Competence based level 3 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Healthcare Support or equivalent experience and able to demonstrate the completion of the Care Certificate issued by an employer Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role Moving and Handling Infection Control Customer Care
Desirable
Competent in venepuncture, cannulation and simple wound dressings
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE Essential
Previous experience with a healthcare setting (18 months) Insight into the roles of responsibilities of the post Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession Understand the importance of record keeping Literacy skills IT skills
Desirable
Experience of record keeping Experience in undertaking point of care testing Experience in application of basic dressing techniques
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES) Essential
Ability to work as a team member Ability to work in a busy environment Able to use own initiative Aware of own limitations/ level of competence Good communication Skills Access to transport to undertake multiple visits to patient's place of residence
Desirable
Plan delegated workload
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 Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dean Clough
Bowling Mill
Halifax
HX3 5AX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)