About this role
Job summary
The Healthcare Assistant works as part of the department team under the supervision of registered nurses and midwives and:
- Participates in the delivery of patient care
- Contributes towards ward/department organisation
Supports registered nurses in the provision of a safe and caring
Main duties of the job
JOB SUMMARY:
The Healthcare Assistant works as part of the department team under the supervision of registered nurses and midwives and:
- Participates in the delivery of patient care
- Contributes towards ward/department organisation
- Supports registered nurses in the provision of a safe and caring environment
Key working relationships:
Key working relationships with all members of the multi-professional team, including nursing and medical staff, allied health professionals and support workers
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated team of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please visithttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and professional Qualifications Essential
Care Certiicate Vocational Level 2 in health or equivalent relevant experience Achievement of or willing to undertake level 2 functional skills
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience Essential
Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training Working in a team Working in a Health Care or related setting Good standard of written and spoken English
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Able to summon help in an emergency Able to report risk issues to manager Ability to carry out administrative and clerical duties appropriate to the work area Able to pass on ideas to manager on improvement of services Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively Able to reports problems as they arise and solve them where possible Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity Understands importance of Health Promotion Able to alert trained staff of change in patient's condition Demonstrates attention to detail, in preparation to carry out tasks Demonstrates compassion for patients Able to assist with essential care for patients as directed Able to record routine observations after training Able to use designated medical devices after training Able to carry out clinical procedures as required Able to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record information Able to input and retrieve data/information safely and correctly
Personal Qualities & attributes Essential
Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing Able to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Personal and People Development Essential
Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team Willing to produce a personal development plan with manager Willing to develop self & undertake in-house study
Specific Requirements Essential
Flexible approach to shift patterns
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).
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Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
pond street, Royal Free Hospital
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)