Hca Eye Outpatients - Nottingham, United Kingdom - Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
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Nottingham, United Kingdom

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Description
Band 2


Main area

  • Ambulatory
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Grade

  • Band 2
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Contract

  • Permanent
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Hours

  • Full time hours per week
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Job ref

Site

  • Queen's Medical Centre
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Town

  • Nottingham
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Salary
- £20,669 - £21,318 per annum
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Salary period

  • Yearly
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Closing

  • 14/05/2023 23:59Job overview


We have an exciting opportunity within Ophthalmology for an enthusiastic, effective, forward thinking Health Care Assistant to join our team.

The department is currently going through a period of redevelopment and the role of the HCA is being developed further.

in order to better suit the needs of our patients. You will be fully involved in this process its an exciting opportunity to gain new knowledge and skills. The skills learned will help to both develop yourself and the HCA role.

The post holder will be required to work various shifts to support the needs of the service.

This includes working weekdays, weekends, bank holiday days and varying hours with the earliest start time at 7:00am and latest finish time of 8:00pm.

Main duties of the job


In addition to the summary below you need to familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.


This will include:

assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures.


Core1 Make verbal reports to senior nursing staff regarding the patients in the ward as necessary, following this up with written documentation as needed.

Core 6 Ensure that patients are helped to retain their dignity and individuality.

HWB 5 Participate in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients as required.

EF3 Direct and escort patients and visitors around the clinic/ward and to other departments

Core1 Report back to registered staff all concerns about the patients condition

Working for our organisation

Ophthalmology is situated at the Queens Medical Centre Campus.

Based in the purpose built Ear, Eye, Nose and Throat Centre, east Block, we are very easily accessible by public transport including medi-link bus routes and the Tram.


Our patients are referred to us from the local area of Nottinghamshire as well as further afield, quite often cross county.

We see patients who are for routine diabetic checks as well as patients who have had surgery for different types of skin carcinoma's.

No two days are the same within the clinic


On Eye Day Case Unit the patients are admitted as a day case, for various types of surgery such as cataracts and retinal detachment surgery.


NUH Trust values all of its staff and this shows in the excellent benefit schemes ie cycle to work schemes, staff well-being benefits, staff gym, lottery to name but a few.

NUH vision for the future of our hospitals is to become:
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Outstanding in health outcomes and patient and staff experience'

As a member of staff working in Ophthalmology, we want you to feel proud to work towards this goal, in an environment which seeks to nurture and develop **all individuals in our team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Core5 Report problems with equipment and facilities to the nurse in charge


Core2 Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.

Undertake any 'Working in New Ways Packages', which have been identified by the Ward.

Sister/Charge Nurse and are integral to the role requirements and specialty area. Under normal circumstances these must be completed in accordance with the 'Working in New Way's Policy and Guidelines.

Directorate specific Clinical responsibilities.


Undertake procedures and techniques in line with agreed policies and guideline, including specific procedure relevant to patients attending Eye Outpatients clinics and Eye Day Case Unit.

Housekeeping -Prepare beds, trolleys and equipment ready for admission.

Assist in unpacking, checking and storing supplies delivered to the area, reporting when stocks are low.

Keep clinical area safe, clean and tidy.

General

Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary.

Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines.

Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards.

Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.


Be aware of need for own personal development and be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.

Assist and participate in the implementation of Essence of Care benchmarking, the productive ward initiatives.

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