Job overview
The Macmillan Health Care Assistant Band 3 is an experienced member of the team undertaking person-centered care in the community setting and supporting the Band 2 MHCT.
This is an exciting opportunity for joining a compassionate team who deliver end of life services. The team works closely with the District Nurses, Community Macmillan Nurses, End of Life Lead Nurse, Unscheduled Care Team and outside agencies when necessary to ensure the best possible care.
The Macmillan Health Care Assistant Team provide a robust and consistent package of care for end of life patients and their families seven days a week over 24 hours. The service can also include afternoon sits and night sits.
The Macmillan Health Care Assistant Service is a central point of referral for end of life services. The team works in collaboration with the District Nurses, therapist, General practitioners and Macmillan Nurses and short term care team. The team are passionate about the service they provide and established a philosophy that underpins their service. The successful Health care assistant maybe expected to offer support and work with other community teams as necessary.
Main duties of the job
The Health care assistant will assist with patient’s personal care up to 4 visits a day over 7-days a week and also offer night sits.
The Health care assistant care for patients who are at the end of their life journey and choose to remain at home. With compassion, we support those who are rapidly deteriorating and sensitively support the family. We nurture independence where ever possible so that the patient preserves their sense of control and pride and we adapt to their choices.
The Health care assistant will care for the individual physically with respect and promote dignity to the end. We respect the individual’s wishes and secure consent for our activities. We are motivated to provide a high standard of care, adaptable to the individual and family’s needs, resourceful when needed.
The Macmillan Health Care Assistant Band 3 is an experienced member of the team, and works alongside the community nursing team, undertaking person-centered care in the community setting and supporting the Band 2 MHCT.
The Macmillan Health care will carry out delegated work in accordance with the vocational competencies detailed within the National Qualification Framework (NQF) at Level 3 and also in line with local policy and guidelines.
The candidate must have access to their own car, a driving license and less than six points on their license.
Working for our organisation
NLAG is part of one of the largest acute and community Group arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts – Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) – our Group has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas – biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Group and our community.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.
As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.
Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.
We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we’ll do our best to make it happen.
Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://joinnlag.co.uk/
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Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- NVQ level 3 health and social care qualification
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of recent study/development
- Role specific basis food hygiene qualification
Occupational experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting for a minimum of 1 months
- Completed mandatory training
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of updating knowledge and skills
- Experience of providing End of Life Care.
Work experience
Health Care Assistant interview questions:
General Questions:
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“Tell us a bit about yourself.” Share a bit about your background and why you’re drawn to healthcare. Highlight any experiences that show your compassion, empathy, and dedication to helping others.
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“What sparks your interest in becoming a healthcare assistant?” Talk about your desire to make a difference in people’s lives and why you find the role fulfilling.
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“What are your strengths and areas for growth?” Focus on your skills that are crucial for a healthcare assistant, like communication, teamwork, and adapting to new situations. When discussing an area for growth, mention how you’re actively working on it.
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“Why are you drawn to our organization?” Show that you’ve researched the company and express your admiration for their mission, values, and focus on patient care.
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“Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” Share your career aspirations and how they align with the organization’s goals. This shows ambition and commitment to the healthcare field.
Specific Questions:
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“Can you describe a challenging situation you encountered while caring for a patient and how you navigated it?” Tell a story about a difficult experience, highlighting your problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
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“How do you prioritize tasks when you have multiple patients with different needs?” Explain how you assess urgency, organize your workload, and provide efficient care while ensuring patient safety and well-being.
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“How do you connect with patients who struggle with understanding or expressing themselves?” Showcase your communication skills and how you tailor your approach to each patient’s individual needs.
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“How do you handle conflicts or challenging situations with colleagues or patients’ families?” Emphasize your professionalism, ability to resolve conflicts, and dedication to maintaining a positive and respectful environment.
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“What are your thoughts on the importance of teamwork in healthcare?” Highlight your teamwork experience and your understanding of the collaborative nature of healthcare.
Tips:
- Do your research on the organization and the specific role.
- Practice answering common interview questions beforehand.
- Dress professionally and be punctual.
- Project confidence, enthusiasm, and make eye contact.
- Prepare thoughtful questions about the organization and the role.
- Send a thank-you email after the interview.
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