Job summary
To participate in a range of direct patient care tasks in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Job Dimensions
Direct patient care and clerical tasks under supervision of a registered nurse.
Main duties of the job
- Assist and contribute in the moving and handling of patients to achieve physical comfort and minimise the adverse effects of pressure on patient’s skin. Report areas of concern.
- Assist patients to minimise discomfort and pain management.
- Contribute to the ongoing support of patients and their relatives/carers.
- Support registered nurses by carrying out accurate record keeping, taking and relaying verbal and written messages promptly, whilst maintaining patient confidentiality.
- To assist in ward cleanliness daily and complete relevant checklists.
- Participate in clerical duties as required.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we’re passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We’re keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We’re a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We’ve received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children’s unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties
- Assist patients with all elements of basic nursing care and the implementation of care plans under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living with regard to their individual needs including personal hygiene, appearance, oral care, fluid and dietary intake requirements.
- Contribute in patient assessments on admission to the ward.
- Monitor and record patients fluid balance and dietary intake, report areas of concern.
- Perform and record patient vital signs and report areas of concern.
Closing date: 24.04.23 (this date may change dependent on the response)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Care work in a care home, community care or hospital setting or experience of working in a customer service setting
- Informal experience of care
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates a caring, compassionate and empathetic approach to people. Has a professional approach to work
- Motivation and commitment to provide a high standard of care
- Good written communication in respect of documentation
- Good communication/interpersonal skills with a range of people
- Ability to organise and conduct own work in a professional manner
- Is able to work as part of a team, under the supervision of a registered nurse
Knowledge
Essential
- Good understanding of care needs relevant to patients in a hospital setting Including; Eating and drinking Dignity and respect Communication/conflict resolution Hand washing/Infection control Hygiene needs Safeguarding
- Understands the limits and scope of their job role and the need to only do tasks they have been trained to do. Knows when to escalate to a registered nurse when a situation is beyond their scope of practice
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum NVQ Level 2 in health/health and social care, QCF Diploma in health, *GNVQ, *BTEC in health or health and social care (*required to complete care certificate if not already achieved)
- English equivalent to a minimum of level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
- Numeracy skills equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualification Framework
Desirable
Other requirements
Essential
- Able to undertake shift work including nights, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Closing Date: 24 April 2023
