Job role: Health Care Assistant
Company name: NHS Jobs
Salary: £29,651.00 to £31,312.00 per year
About the Job
Professional Duties and Responsibilities
* Compliance and Accountability
o Be professionally responsible for adhering to all Trust Policies and Procedures.
o Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with organisational standards and professional codes of conduct.
* Patient Care and Support
o Undertake tasks in delivering patient care, rehabilitation, and social care as directed by service professionals.
o Assist nurses and other members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) by performing delegated aspects of personal patient care.
o Carry out physical observations (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) and escalate findings to the appropriate professional when necessary.
o Support the progression of patient treatment and care planning, observing and accurately communicating any changes in a patient’s condition.
* Teamwork and Communication
o Work effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, liaising with colleagues and other relevant agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.
o Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions as required.
o Communicate clearly and promptly with team members regarding patient updates and care needs.
* Record Keeping and Documentation
o Maintain timely, accurate, and legible records of all work undertaken.
o Ensure documentation meets service and professional standards.
* Medication Support
o Prompt medication administration as directed by a Registered Health Care Professional, ensuring adherence to safety and policy guidelines.
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