Job summary
Working as part of a fantastic team supported by the 18 Week Clinical and Nurse Leads in your specialty and overseen by our Chief Nurse
Excellent daily rate (paid via clinical payroll)
The opportunity to work with leading clinicians.
Ongoing sessions available over a long duration.
Training and orientation provided where needed.
Flexible work you chose when you want to work for us and can fit it around your NHS or other commitments.
Booking and scheduling app that allows you to easily see work in your specialty and local area as well as book shifts at the click of a button.
Community app that allows you to connect with other clinicians, share learning and engage with 18 Week Support L&D resources.
Travel and accommodation provided if you are outside of a 50 mile radius from the hospital you have been posted to.
Main duties of the job
Weekday and Weekend shifts available
Excellent day rate from £250
Ongoing sessions available
Part-time weekend roles available
Location: Warrington
About us
As the leading provider of clinical insourcing services to the NHS, 18 Week Support partners with NHS Trusts to reduce referral to treatment waiting times and provide ongoing clinical capacity management solutions.
Over the years, 18 Week Support has developed strong working relationships with over 75 Trusts and Health Boards in the UK and provides flexible, high-quality, weekend and weekday services.
Every member of our team, from our world-renowned lead physicians and surgeons to our highly experienced nurses and healthcare assistants, is committed to providing first-class clinical care and an exceptional patient experience.
We offer a wide range of clinical specialties and support services within our innovative insourcing model. Each specialty is managed by an experienced clinical lead and our Head of Nursing. The services include Gastroenterology & Endoscopy, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, ENT & Audiology, Neurology, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Urology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Radiology, Gynaecology, Clinical Support Services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant within 18 Week Support willrequire you will carry out observations, investigations and basic treatments asrequired. You will also oversee chaperoning of patients and assisting medicalstaff with day-to-day duties and any other duties under the direction of theregistered nurse.
Welcome patients, visitors, consultants, and staff in a professional andwelcoming manner.
Carry out Vital observations.
Maintain stock control and careful use of equipment.
Maintain privacy and dignity of patients.
Distribute Patient Feedback forms.
Complete all relevant paperwork as requested by 18 Week Support Team
Chaperoning patients and required equipment as necessary forappointments and clinic.
Ensure strict confidentiality is applied to all clients and staff,ensuring need to know basis is always applied.
Communicate care to patients, their family and/or carers usingappropriate language and rationale.
Assists the registered nurse with appropriate clinicaldocumentation.
Reports any concerns to the trained nurse in charge of the patient.
Decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment
Weekday and Weekend shifts available
Excellent day rate from £250
Ongoing sessions available
Part-time roles available
Location: Warrington
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
1. Minimum of 1 year's experience in Theatres in an acute setting
2. Current practice in Theatres in an acute setting
3. Live within 40 miles of Warrington
Desirable
4. Live within 40 miles of Warrington