To be responsible for carrying out venepuncture, capillary blood sampling, observations and ECGs for patients in their own homes, care homes, the travelling community, community hospitals and/or in clinics. This will provide support in the delivery of the community service to patients within the community.
The post holder will also order and restock stores for their team.
Collection of blood samples from patients in accordance with agreed procedures.
To ensure samples taken from patients are correctly identified by using the labels provided on the ICE forms, or clearly writing on the label in line with requesting services guidelines as appropriate.
To take temperature, pulse and blood pressure readings in accordance with agreed procedures.
To take electrocardiogram (ECG) readings in accordance with agreed procedures.
To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.
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Please note, the selection processes at Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right values and skills, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain watchful of candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Undertake phlebotomy training and apply competency based treatment techniques (i.e. Venepuncture, Near patient testing) following request from qualified practitioner.
Undertake technician training (no interpretation required) to obtain pulse, temperature, blood pressure and ECG readings
To maintain confidentiality and dignity at all times.
Ensure patient held records are completed for each visit, and that SystmOne inputting is completed on a daily basis.
Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following relevant training, and that it is maintained appropriately.
To contribute to health promotion initiatives.
Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate following organisational policies.
Will be exposed to bodily fluids, infected material, blood products on a daily basis, therefore must utilise universal precautions and adhere to infection control policies
Demonstrate dexterity and coordination when undertaking treatment of patients where accuracy is important, e.g. venepuncture.
Communicate with patients/carers by exchanging factual information, reassurance, tact and empathy.
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