Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Frailty Same Day Emergency Care department at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn (QEHKL). You will be a valued member of the team, focusing on keeping patients at the centre of all we do and providing high quality care. The role requires flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the unit environment. The aim is to provide patients with the highest quality of personal care and support during their hospital stay. You will work under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities
* Provide compassionate, patient‑centred care under supervision and delegation of a Registered Nurse.
* Support the delivery of high-quality care in a safe and therapeutic environment.
* Participate in the GROW Programme and QEHKL enhanced induction programme, including mandatory training and the Caring with Kindness programme.
* Attend a comprehensive induction and support to complete the care certificate.
* Engage in ongoing training and mandatory updates as required.
Qualifications
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and, when needed, make autonomous decisions.
* Willingness to undertake further training and mandatory updates as deemed necessary.
* Previous experience in a care environment or the NHS is desirable but not essential; training and support are provided.
Training and Induction
You will attend the GROW Programme, QEHKL enhanced induction, and the Caring with Kindness programme. The course is practical with time to practice new skills before starting the role.
About QEHKL and Environment
Our Trust is building a new state-of-the-art hospital with a digital transformation programme, including the implementation of a new electronic patient record (EPR) from 2026 to improve care. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King’s Lynn NHS Foundation Trust serves around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs. The Trust upholds values of kindness, wellness and fairness and offers recognised learning and apprenticeships. We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers and have approximately 530 beds across 33 wards.
Application Notes
There may be a high volume of applications and the post could close before the displayed closing date. We encourage applying as soon as possible.
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