To assist registered nurses in delivering evidence-based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other healthcare professionals, patients, their families, and carers.
Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under supervision for the duration of the shift.
Main duties of the job
* Assist the registered nurse in delivering a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that patients' dignity and equality are maintained at all times.
* Ensure the principles set out in the fundamentals of care are incorporated into daily practice to provide high-quality service for patients and clients.
* Assist patients in maintaining their own hygiene and personal appearance.
* Perform duties within the plan of care delegated by a qualified practitioner, only for those tasks for which he/she has relevant training and assessment.
* Prepare the ward/clinical area for receiving patients by ensuring the area is clean and tidy; assist in maintaining standards in the clinical area and report any untidiness or clutter to the appropriate person.
* Assist in the admission of new patients to the ward by preparing the bed area, welcoming the patient, guiding them to the bed or other area, and showing them around the ward.
* Complete patient menu cards, involving patients in the process, and taking into account any dietary instructions identified by a qualified nurse.
* Participate in protected mealtime for patients by ensuring they receive their meals and beverages in a timely and safe manner, ensuring hands are washed and the environment is conducive to mealtimes, e.g., preparing the bed area.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply want a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales offers all the right ingredients. The largest health organization in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective hospital services for around 700,000 people across North Wales. Join our team and receive the support you need, aligned with our Organizational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy working with engaged leadership at all levels. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to support applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please regularly check your email for correspondence related to your application. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment communications via the email address registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than those submitted in English.
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification are attached within the supporting documents or can be viewed by clicking "Apply now" to view in Trac.
Person Specification
NVQ 2 or Equivalent
* NVQ 2
* Equivalent to NVQ 2
Experience
* Relevant experience in a healthcare setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to verify any previous criminal convictions through the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB).
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