About this role
Job summary
We have several exciting permanent opportunities at the Broomfield Hospital site of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust for Health Care Assistants.
The job requires someone that exudes our Trust Values: Excellent, Compassionate and Respectful. Although experience is not necessary for this role as full training is provided, having worked in care, or provided care would be advantageous to the role.
If you are interested in starting a Career in Care, please apply today!
We are recruiting across several specialities (including Burns & Plastics, Surgery, Trauma & Orthopaedics, ED & Acute and Medicine - in your supporting information, please specify the area that you are interested in. However, please note that allocation to your preferred ward or department cannot be guaranteed.)
Interview Date ofWednesday 8th July - the interview will be face-to-face, we are unable to accommodate virtual interviews.
Main duties of the job
The Health Care assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The HCA is expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the ward. Being able to work as part of a team is essential to the role.
As a HCA at Broomfield Hospital, you will be required to:
At all times maintain the dignity and respect of patients Assist in the admission process by accurately recording patient's demographic details Assist patients with personal and oral hygiene as instructed Assist patients with eating and drinking Monitor and accurately record dietary and fluid intake, appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge. Enable patients to access appropriate toilet facilities, collecting and disposing of body waste. Test blood sugars, urine and stool specimens & accurately record results. Remove male/female indwelling urethral catheters.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
These posts require you to commit to Shift work which will include, weekends, Bank holidays and nights. In general, our day shifts start at 7:00 and finish at 19:30. Night shifts start at 19:00 and finish at 7:30 (some wards may differ slightly). Shift Rotas are planned 4-8 weeks in advance.
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Vocational qualification at Level 2 or equivalent experience Standard computer skills
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Range of routine work procedures requiring job training Knowledge of personal care and related procedures Experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities
Desirable
Experience of working in a care setting An understanding of working in a healthcare setting
Communication Skills Essential
Evidence of working in a team Effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Physical Requirements Essential
Physically fit - long period of standing and some lifting Ability to work shifts and unsocial hours
Personal and People Development Essential
Calm under pressure Professional approach
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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)