Overview
The successful applicant should be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills and be able to work under pressure and work well within the team. They should have a keen desire to provide and maintain a high standard of care at all times. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the post holder will assist the Ward/Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carers. The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse. As a Band 3 HCA you will be responsible for providing high standards of care, assisting the nursing staff with some clinical duties. Training will be arranged to achieve these skills. Being a Band 3 HCA also means you will lead by example and supervise and support junior members of staff to improve and maintain high standards of care.
Responsibilities
* Assist in delivering personal and clinical care under nurse supervision, including hygiene, nutrition, and mobility support.
* Monitor and record vital signs: temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturations.
* Perform routine observations such as weight, height, urinalysis, and pregnancy testing.
* Support patients during the perioperative period.
* Measure and record fluid input/output.
* Assist with safe patient movement and positioning.
Clinical Procedures
* Undertake routine phlebotomy and cannulation (where trained).
* Perform venepuncture, ECGs, and blood collections as required.
* Prepare and assist in clinical procedures ensuring patient comfort and safety.
* Perform simple wound dressing under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Team Collaboration and Communication
* Work within a multidisciplinary team to carry out investigations and deliver care.
* Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and colleagues.
* Report changes in patient condition to senior staff.
* Act as a patient advocate, maintaining dignity and respect.
Documentation and Record Keeping
* Accurately document care in patient records.
* Maintain clear, concise, and confidential records in both paper and electronic formats.
* Ensure compliance with organisation policies regarding documentation.
Clerical Duties
* Undertake a range of clerical duties to support or cover for the Ward Clerk to ensure smooth service operations.
* Reception and telephone duties, handling patient queries and directing calls.
* Use basic computer skills to update patient records and ward systems.
* Complete patient admission and discharge on the electronic system.
* Obtain case notes and other patient documents as needed.
* File documents accurately and efficiently.
* Complete maintenance and repair request forms.
* Monitor and maintain stock levels of stationery, ward provisions, clean linen, etc., and complete requisition forms for restocking.
* Provide cover for absent colleagues by undertaking their duties when necessary.
Training and Development
* Participate in induction and ongoing training to maintain competencies.
* Complete required clinical and clerical competencies within specified timeframes.
* Support and supervise junior staff and new colleagues as needed.
Health and Safety Compliance
* Adhere to infection control and health and safety policies.
* Report incidents, accidents, and safety concerns promptly.
* Participate in audits and quality assurance activities.
The ability to converse easily and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for all customer facing roles. Most positions require a Disclosure and Barring check and will be exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Posts working regularly or unsupervised with children or vulnerable adults require an enhanced check. Applicants for eligible roles requiring Tier 2 sponsorship must meet UK Visas and Immigration eligibility criteria. We operate a no-smoking policy on all our sites and grounds.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population. Our vision is to provide great healthcare from great people. We value patients and staff and are committed to creating a supportive environment. We encourage compassionate people to join us on our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
We have a relocation policy for eligible candidates, parking available at Trust sites but we encourage other options, like car sharing or public transport. The Trust fully supports the SAS Doctors Charter and is committed to their development through its CPD Framework. We close this job advert when we have received sufficient applications. We only accept online applications. If you have any difficulty, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01227 866450. For assistance with relocation or other arrangements, please contact us.
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