Nursing Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We currently are seeking a flexible and enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our outstanding team within the Community Paediatric Department at Hackney Ark.

The Health Care Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the Service Manager of the Community Paediatric Department, in assisting in the nursing care of patients and in maintaining a safe and a comfortable environment.

The HCA is proactive in initiating clinical investigations and helps identify ways in which the patient's journey may be expedited through the department; under the direction of the Service Manager.

The HCA

facilitates the smooth running of the Department by identifying any problems that may impact on the patient's environment or experience.

Working Hours:
Full time 37.5 per week. Part time hours/job share opportunities would be considered.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK, without the need for sponsorship
You will be working within the team providing fast, effective care to patients.

You should have previous experience as a Health Care Assistant or equivalent experience and be trained to NVQ level 2.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a busy team are essential. In return, we will offer you support, additional training and the education necessary to enhance your role.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.

In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

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