Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
Undertake general patient observations inc temp, pulse, blood pressure, Oxygen saturation levels, as per NICE Guidelines, recording general appearance fluid balance, and report anything untoward to the registered health professional
Under supervision of the registered health professional, undertake a range of clinical duties and skills (including insertion and removal of venous cannula, removal of urinary catheters, undertaking simple dry dressings using an aseptic technique, venepuncture, collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing, preparation and assistance in clinical procedures, urinary catheter etc), undertake the recordings of ECG Participate in the evaluation of care and completion of patient documents.
Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. calmly.
Undertake transfer and escort of patients as identified by the supervising registered health professional depending on the patientsdependency, as directed to Theatres, Catheter Labs and other Clinical Department for investigations
Undertake safe disposal of waste and sharps as per Trust policy
Care of patient's property and valuables in accordance with Trust policy
Support the role of ward clerk / patient liaison clerk
About Us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/
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Details
Date posted
17 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,939 to £26,599 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
410-MED-7276813
Job locations
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
L14 3PE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Under direct supervision ofthe registered health professional, work independently with the health care team to provide clinical care for a defined caseload of patients participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, inc all aspects of nursing care
Participate in the assessment of health care needs through the completion and interpretation of assessment tools documentation.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Under direct supervision ofthe registered health professional, work independently with the health care team to provide clinical care for a defined caseload of patients participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, inc all aspects of nursing care
Participate in the assessment of health care needs through the completion and interpretation of assessment tools documentation.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications & Education
Successful completion of the Care Certificate
Be competent in venepuncture
Be competent in cannula insertion
Be competent in the recordings for ECG
Be competent in the recording of clinical sign observations
Demonstrate proficiency in numeracy and literacy skills at level 2 or above
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Experience in a healthcare environment / life experience
Essential
Skills & Abilities
Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
Be competent in the delivery of care as directed by the registered health professional
Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting
Basic IT skills in E mail- EPR recordings.
Values & Behaviours
Essential
Inclusive
Making a Difference
Patient centred.
Continuous Improvement
Teamwork
Person Specification
Essential
Inclusive
Making a Difference
Patient centred.
Continuous Improvement
Teamwork
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Address
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
L14 3PE
Employer's website
https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Address
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
L14 3PE
Employer's website
https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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