Overview
To assist in maintaining the highest possible standard of care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. We cover Burnley Urgent Treatment Centre, Accrington Minor Injuries Unit along with the ED and Urgent Treatment Centre at Blackburn. Skills in Venepuncture, Cannulation, ECG taking, simple dressings, observations, pressure care are essential, being able to apply plaster of paris is desirable. You will be supported by a team of Matrons, Senior Sisters and Practice Educators.
Responsibilities
1. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse provide care to the highest attainable standard as an effective member of the clinical team, in accordance with agreed Nursing Practice e.g.
2. Assist in the assessment, planning, delivery & evaluation of nursing care and report findings to the appropriate Healthcare Professional
3. Essential hygiene care
4. Oral hygiene, mouth care
5. Eye care
6. Pressure care
7. Bowel care
8. Removal of venlons & catheters; perform Cannulation and venepuncture as required
9. Undress patients in preparation for examination procedures, maintaining patient dignity and respect at all times
10. Chaperone medical staff during examination of patients
11. Under the direction/supervision of nursing & medical staff assist in minor treatments/investigations for patients
12. Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with Trust Policies
13. Undertake record, document and report a range of patient's vital signs to include: Temperature, Blood pressure, Pulse, Oxygen saturations, Peak Flow, Respiratory rates, Glasgow Coma Score, ECGs, Random blood sugar
14. Undertake venepuncture/cannulation when requested by Healthcare professionals
15. Carry out, record and document patient testing as requested and in accordance with departmental policy e.g. Urinalysis, Pregnancy test, Random blood glucose
16. Under the direction of the Healthcare Professional participate in the assessment, admission, discharge and handover of patients
17. Undertake safe transfer and escort of patients as directed by the Healthcare Professional
18. Ensure safe moving and positioning of patients
19. Assist patients with dietary needs
20. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
21. Inform staff immediately of any concerns regarding patients condition
22. Involve patients and carers/relatives in the delivery of care
23. Provide reassurance, support to patients, carers and family
24. Have a workable knowledge of the general and specific infection control measures and related issues
25. Participate as required in last offices procedure
26. Participate in the Major Incident Procedure within the Trust guidelines
27. Check, clean and ensure all equipment prior to admission / discharge is in good working order e.g. linen, oxygen suction, resuscitation equipment, replace as required in consultation with senior staff
28. Ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained e.g. linen and clinical equipment. Order and replace as appropriate
29. Take delivery, check relevant items, store all supplies and equipment, and report any discrepancies
30. Assist in the cleaning of clinical areas and equipment, ensuring that the area is clear of potential hazards, removing clinical waste and contaminated items to relevant collection areas
Qualifications and requirements
We are looking for self-motivated HCA's to help take the department forward - you must be committed, flexible and approachable with established hospital experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are expected. You must be able to work a variety of shifts including days, nights and weekends. We value experience and skills learnt elsewhere and will work with you to enable those skills, to be utilised and developed further.
Additional information
At East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 9,500 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work. Established in 2003 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute secondary healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen. Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to improving the working lives of our staff and operates a Zero Tolerance policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. In addition, our aim is to help protect children and vulnerable adults by providing a first-class service to the recruitment of people into positions of trust. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background. We especially welcome applications from members of our black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, as we have identified that ELHT has an under-representation of BAME employees. Appointments will be made on merit.
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