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Healthcare assistant

Truro
www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard
Healthcare
Posted: 18 August
Offer description

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Patient Care: Provide compassionate and attentive care to patients in hospitals, clinics, or residential care facilities.
· Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist patients with tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
· Mobility Assistance: Help patients with mobility issues to move around safely, including transferring to and from beds or wheelchairs.
· Vital Signs Monitoring: Take and record patients’ vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate.
· Medication Assistance: Assist with medication administration under the direction and supervision of licensed healthcare professionals.
· Patient Monitoring: Regularly observe and report changes in patient’s physical or mental condition to healthcare professionals.
· Patient Transport: Transport patients to and from appointments, procedures, or tests within the healthcare facility.
· Patient Comfort: Ensure patients are comfortable and well-cared for by assisting with positioning, comfort measures, and emotional support.
· Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep patient rooms and common areas clean and organized, including changing linens and assisting with basic housekeeping tasks.
· Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care activities, including vital signs, treatments, and observations.
· Communication: Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
· Compliance: Adhere to all healthcare policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Qualifications:

· Previous experience in healthcare or caregiving is preferred but not required.
· Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
· Basic understanding of medical terminology and healthcare practices.
· Willingness to undergo relevant training and certification as required by the employer.

NOTE: WE ARE NOT PROVIDING ANY SPONSORSHIP OR COS. THIS VACANCY IS ONLY FOR UK-BASED CANDIADTE. OVERSEAS APPLICATIONS WILL BE REJECTED AUTOMATICALLY.

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