Healthcare Assistant - Tavistock, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

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Tavistock, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

To assist in the delivery of care planned and assessed by the Registered Nurses, and other registered healthcare professionals.

To carry out that care & other duties under direct supervision.

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

To provide a high standard of care to a variety of patients on the Medical Ward ensuing safety, comfort and team working towards individual goals.

Caring for patients with a range of medical and post-surgical conditions, physical and cognitive impairments.

Working as part of a team to promote independence and plan for discharge.

Undertake clinical observations and report concerns.

Maintaining good nutrition, hydration and skin care

Documentation of all care

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do.

Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.

The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY.

It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Nursing Care (under direct supervision)

Develop the skills to obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust
Under supervision follow individual patient care plans and report any changes immediately to the Registered Nurse/Assistant
Participate in basic patient assessment whilst providing personal care and feeding back to the registered nurse to ensure high standards of care, in particular relating to skin integrity and the alertness of the patient
Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional
Ensure care is given in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and
Ensure that the patients bed space is clean, tidy, and accessible and that the person has what they need within easy
Develop the skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with
Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies
Develop the skills to maintain effective record keeping and communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication
Ensuring equipment and stores are well maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty
Work effectively as part of a team.