Job description

1 x 36 hours

1 x 24 hours

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Urgent and Emergency Care Centre for a committed, enthusiastic and motivated healthcare assistant to work alongside our team on Ward 38

You will be required to assist qualified nursing staff in providing direct patient care within Older Persons Medicine.

This post also offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

To assist in admitting patients to the ward, completing demographic details and recording base-line observations

To provide care to patients following instructions in the care plan, programme or pathway

To demonstrate competence in the accurate recording of routine clinical observations

To recognise abnormal recordings or signs of change in a patient's condition and report changes to a registered nurse

To assess patient's level of dependence in meeting personal care needs and give appropriate assistance (includes hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination and comfort).

To assist patients to eat and drink in a sensitive and supportive manner

To accurately record information on patient food charts and fluid balance charts, reporting concerns to a registered nurse

To carry out clinical skills relevant to the ward/ department and patient group (eg phlebotomy, ECG recording, simple dressings).

To assist clinical team with data entry, filing and maintaining accurate documentation of care

To assist in escorting, transferring and discharging patients, ensuring all property is packed and the bed area is ready for the next patient

To ensure treatment rooms and ward areas are adequately stocked and tidy

To participate in clinical supervision

To assist in resolving conflict by responding to concerns and complaints in a positive manner

Please note this post will close at sufficient applicants

Leadership and Improvement Training

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers Novice leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust.

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