Do you want to join an exciting new service and help shape it from day one?
The Harbour Frailty Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service at Newton Abbot Hospital is launching, and we are looking for motivated Band 3 Healthcare Assistants to be part of this new, patient-centred service.
This is your chance to step into a fast‑paced, supportive MDT environment delivering same‑day care for older people living with frailty — providing the right care, at the right time, without unnecessary hospital admission.
You Will Support The Clinical Team By
* Taking patient observations
* Supporting with personal care
* Performing ECGs as required
* Undertaking venepuncture and cannulation (where trained)
We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate individuals who enjoy teamwork, adapt well to change, and thrive in a busy clinical environment.
If you want to make a difference, be part of something new, and help build a service you can be proud of — we want to hear from you. Contact Natalie Armstrong for more information.
* Working clinically to ensure the safety and quality of the care given to your designated patients, under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse/practitioner
* Undertaking the following, but not restricted to, clinical tasks competently and efficiently:
* Cannulation and Venepuncture
* Competently taking and interpreting vital signs on adults
* Able to make appropriate referrals to Adult and Child Safeguarding teams
* Supporting and working with colleagues during the shift
* Liaising with the wider MDT to maintain safety
* Helping to facilitate the development of the service as part of the wider team
* To participate in discussions and projects that will benefit the team, the patients and the Unit as a whole
* Working under guidance and in conjunction with the senior nursing team and the Matron
* Following the Trust’s policies and protocols to ensure the safety of the department
Why work with us — the team is flexible and promotes a healthy work/home life balance, so your package includes a lot more than just your pay.
Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
* NHS Pension Scheme
* Childcare at our day nursery
* Generous holiday entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full‑time workers) plus bank/public holidays
* Staff discounts
* Career development and training opportunities
* Employee support – staff have access to a 24‑hour helpline
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Helen Thatcher
Job title: Ward Manager
Email address: helen.thatcher@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01626 324605
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