Critical Care Nursing Assistant - Oxford, United Kingdom - Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Oxford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Are you a motivated person passionate about patient care?

Are you interested in working in an exciting and dynamic environment?

We are looking to recruit a motivated person to become part of our dynamic multidisciplinary team, contributing to the effective quality care of our patients and their families in a busy Neuro Trauma Critical Care Unit.

We are a dynamic team of nursing and support staff, who are proud to deliver high quality care to our patients within the OUH NHS Foundation Trust.

The Neuroscience Critical Care Unit is a busy Multi-Trauma Critical Care Centre located in a purpose built facility at the John Radcliffe Hospital.

You will assist the qualified nursing staff in the delivery of planned health care to Level 2 and 3 patients maintaining patient privacy and dignity.

You will ensure that the unit is well maintained, stocked and tidy while adhering to health and safety policies.

If you are a hardworking, reliable and flexible person please apply.

Previous experience would be an advantage but not essential.

OVERALL OBJECTIVES:

To contribute to the efficient running of the clinical area

To assist qualified members of the department with the delivery of planned healthcare

To complete unit competencies to enable one to perform within the role

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Efficient Running of the Unit

Maintain an environment which is clean, tidy and well stocked, including bed spaces, sluices and clinical areas

Check, clean and stock equipment in use within the clinical area

Strip, clean and reassemble necessary equipment within the clinical area

Collect, deliver and restock necessary supplies for the clinical area+

Assist in the Delivery of Effective Health Care

Assist the registered nurse in the delivery of care

Under direct supervision assist with turning and moving patients

Under direct supervision assist with patient hygiene

Under direct supervision assist with feeding patients

Following completion of competencies, undertake specific clinical interventions

On completion of advance skills training and competencies, set up specific pieces of equipment used in the Intensive Care Unit

The Neuroscience Critical Care Unit is a busy Multi-Trauma Critical Care Centre located in a purpose built facility at the John Radcliffe Hospital.

We are a friendly forward thinking team with a strong commitment to professional development. We know the importance of providing exceptional patient care in such a fast-paced, vibrant environment. We are looking to recruit motivated staff with a desire to develop a career within the critical care environment. We are dedicated in the provision of ongoing support and professional development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Efficient Running of the Unit

Maintain an environment which is clean, tidy and well stocked, including bed spaces, sluices and clinical areas

Check, clean and stock equipment in use within the clinical area

Strip, clean and reassemble necessary equipment within the clinical area

Collect, deliver and restock necessary supplies for the clinical area+

Assist in the Delivery of Effective Health Care

Assist the registered nurse in the delivery of care

Under direct supervision assist with turning and moving patients

Under direct supervision assist with patient hygiene

Under direct supervision assist with feeding patients

Following completion of competencies, undertake specific clinical interventions

On completion of advance skills training and competencies, set up specific pieces of equipment used in the Intensive Care Unit

Health and Safety

Contribute and assist with all measures that will ensure safety and security of the environment at work for patients, visitors and staff

Undertake annual statutory and mandatory training, including those pertinent to the unit, for example Major Incident Procedures

Personal Responsibilities

To attend work promptly, wearing the correct uniform in accordance with the Trust Uniform Policy

To be aware of and take responsibility for self-restoring, annual leave, notifying staff of sickness and absence, in accordance with the unit policies

Promote people's equality and support their rights, choices and personal beliefs

To work within one's own limitations and be confident in communicating these limitations to the staff on the unit

To work effectively as part of the team, maintaining a good working atmosphere with staff within the unit, supporting new starters

Able to work independently, prioritising workload and work in a manner that is adaptable and flexible in this environment, which has ever changing de