Post holders will support registered nursing staff and other health care professionals in the delivery of nursing care to patients at a level determined by training, competence and experience. They will also assist in the maintenance of the care environment and perform housekeeping, clerical, ancillary and portering roles as requested.
Postholder should only undertake duties for which training has been received and where relevant, competency based assessment successfully completed. Postholder must make nurses and others aware of any limitations to competence.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the provision of patient care in accordance with the care plan prescribed by registered nurses. Duties include delivery of hygiene, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility, rehabilitation and psychological support.
* Assist healthcare professional with treatment and carry out additional care roles under supervision and as determined by the levels of competence achieved.
* Inform registered nurses of changes to patient’s condition or health status.
* Assist in care and support of visitors.
* Maintain confidentiality in relation to patients’ records working within the principles of Caldicott guidelines.
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