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Alpha Care (Caterham) Ltd

The Health Care Assistant should have NVQ level 3 or Equivalent and above, also Nursing Qualification from overseas – Will consider UKBA sponsorship for this role if applicant is successful

Hours: Flexible Shifts

JOB PURPOSE:

Provides defined and delegated aspects of patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse and supports the Senior Staff team by undertaking a range of clinical support functions.

SCOPE:

Undertakes clearly defined and controlled clinical tasks for named patients referred by a Nurse/ Senior staff. You will work in accordance with specified local and national protocols and guidelines.

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Undertakes specified clinical activities and tests for named patients, within the scope of established clinical protocols, policies and procedures, including venipuncture, urine testing, blood pressure readings, ECG’s, weight monitoring, audio assessments and medicals.

  • Acts as a chaperone for patients as required, preserving the patient’s dignity.
  • Undertakes a range of clinical support functions including preparing and stocking clinical areas in line with Company’s protocols.
  • Provides relevant health information to patients and carers within defined protocols.
  • At all times observes infection control procedures to protect self, patients and colleagues.
  • Assists in maintaining a safe working environment for self, patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team, alerting other members of the team to issues of quality and risk identified in work with patients.
  • Works within established systems of clinical governance, contributing as appropriate to audit activity.
  • Dealing with clinical waste
  • Conveys relevant information and receives feedback from Senior Nurse / GP’s
  • Orders and maintains stocks of dressings and equipment as directed

ORGANISATIONAL

Practices and promotes confidentiality at all times

  • Maintains accurate records of patient contacts, providing clear written and verbal information as required by the Senior Staff.
  • Refers back to other members of the senior staff team any patient that doesn’t fit within established protocols.
  • Actively participates in the smooth running of the service

SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT:

Recording drugs fridge temperatures and cleaning as required.

  • Ensuring that all patient information is properly recorded within the patient record using the clinical software provided.
  • Actively participates in the care and maintenance of equipment, demonstrating economy in the use of supplies

DECISIONS AND JUDGEMENTS:

Works at all times within the established policies, standards and guidelines of the Company.

  • Undertakes clearly defined clinical duties that have been agreed and taught.
  • Refers back to a staff nurse any patient where an informed clinical judgement is required before proceeding with treatment.

COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS:

Actively communicates with all colleagues, patients, relatives, carers, visitors and other agencies in a professional manner at all times

  • Communicates effectively with patients and carers, recognising patients’ rights and responsibilities.
  • Works as member of the nursing team, seeking advice, guidance and support from other members of the team
  • Communicates concerns identified in patient to others in the team.
  • Works under the supervision of a named staff nurse, who ensures that skills are maintained and developed to meet the needs of the post.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Actively participates in the In-Service training opportunities available

  • Maintains responsibility for own personal development under supervision and guidance from qualified staff
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude to suggested changes and development in company through the introduction of evidence-based practice
  • Required to undertake annual Mandatory training, e.g. Basic Life Support, Moving & Handling, Fire

Application question(s):

  • Do you require a UKBA sponsorship and based in the UK already?

Experience:

  • Providing care: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (required)

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