Job summary
Band 2 HCA required
37.5 hours per week Permanent Post
We are looking for an enthusiastic healthcare assistant to work in the Chest Clinic at Derriford Hospital. This is a busy outpatient department, caring for patients with a wide variety of Respiratory conditions. A background in Healthcare is advantageous but not essential as full training will be given.
The successful candidate will be working within a supportive team.
***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.***
Main duties of the job
To assist in the delivery of care planned and assessed by the Registered Nurses, Respiratory Specialist Nurses and Consultants in the safe running of the clinic.
To carry out that care & other duties under direct supervision.
To carry out administration tasks as requested
Regularly support care on a day-to-day basis for all patients in the clinical area under direct supervision
Contribute to resource management.
About us
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. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide and deliver a high standard of nursing, care (i.e. spirometry, checking and peak flow teaching technique and charting, checking and teaching inhaler techniques, man, care of equipment), recognising and meeting the specific needs of patients.
- Prioritise own tasks under the direction of registered nurse.
- To carry out clinical observations on patients, recognising, recording and reporting all changes in patients condition to senior staff.
- Undertake the escort of patients to other Departments under the direction of the registered nurse (when deemed competent).
- Recording of respiratory specific observations, ef FENO , oximetry,
- Assistance with mobility when required
- Issuing and receiving of equipment
- To recognise the importance of health education and teaching of patients and carers, and refer patients to senior staff
- Document and sign for all observations and care given with counter signature from a registered practitioner.
- To maintain his/her own professional development, attending courses/further training to enhance and optimise his/her role within the work area.
- To promote and safeguard the well being of patients, their families and colleagues.
- To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment on the department resources and stock control.
- To respect the confidential information, in line with Trust policy Data Protection Act, obtained in the course of work and not disclose this information.
- To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Departmental policies and procedures mindful of responsibilities to self, colleagues and patients.
- Report untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies to senior staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care Or Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Be able to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
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: 18 June 2023
