Overview
Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) is expanding its team of General Nursing Assistants (GNAs) who work as part of the Integrated Placement of Care Hub. GNAs provide care and support to patients at home, including assisting with personal care, medication administration, assisting with light meals, support with catheters or stomas, and rehabilitation exercises. CCICP operates across five care community hubs: Nantwich, Northwich, Winsford, Crewe and SMASH (Sandbach, Middlewich, Alsager, Scholar Green and Haslington).
Role details
As a General Nursing Assistant (GNA), you will work under the direct supervision of the nursing team as part of the IPOCH – with a home-first focus on rehabilitation and promoting independence for patients leaving acute/bed-based settings or requiring step-up care in their own homes. The role includes providing end-of-life care in patients\' own homes, with a dignified and high-quality approach for patients and families during challenging times.
Responsibilities
* Record keeping using an electronic device (training provided).
* Work with district nurses, therapy teams and advanced community practitioners to support patient care.
* Deliver care and rehabilitation to service users in their homes under clinical direction of qualified staff.
* Assess patient condition through observation and clinical skills; document appropriately on EMIS and inform relevant professionals in a timely manner.
* Communicate factual information to patients/carers with patience, persuasion and reassurance.
* Provide high-quality care for patients and families in the community, including end-of-life care.
* Handle equipment safely and protect patients\' personal possessions; ensure safe use of equipment such as hoists.
* Support administration of medications where applicable.
* Utilise resources efficiently and cost-effectively (human, physical and financial).
* Report accidents/incidents involving patients or self and complete appropriate forms promptly.
Requirements and profile
* Experience in care settings or as a Health Care Assistant; a passion for high-quality patient care.
* Full or part-time roles available with shifts of 8am–4pm and/or 2pm–10pm, across 7 days a week.
* Applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence.
* Full training provided; opportunity for career progression in nursing.
Training and support
You will receive dedicated GNA training, with a Band 6 nurse acting as your mentor for appraisals and one-to-one meetings. You will also have day-to-day support from senior GNA practitioners.
Additional information
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides care across Leighton Hospital (Crewe), Victoria Infirmary (Northwich), and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre (Winsford). The Trust is part of CCICP, a local partnership delivering community services across South Cheshire and Vale Royal. During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised for PPE safety campaigns and workforce wellbeing initiatives.
Application
To apply, complete the application form fully with examples showing how you meet the job specification. For an informal chat, contact the team. Visit the site mcht.nhs.uk/gnato to view more about the role and to help prepare for interview.
Important notes
The role is part of the Integrated Placement of Care Hub (IPOCH) and emphasizes a home-first, rehabilitation-focused approach to care. The employer is committed to safeguarding and equality of opportunity.
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