The ED Team at Worthing hospital is looking for Band 3 Emergency Nursing Assistant (HCA) who is passionate about delivering quality patient care and who wants to make a difference to patients and their families at a time, they are most in need.
We are looking for kind and caring, dynamic nurses with excellent communication and organisational skills, who are able to motivate, support and inspire others and be proactive in their role.
We receive a wide variety of Emergency patients, including Trauma, Medical/Surgical, Gynaecology, Maternity and Paediatrics and have dedicated Stroke Service. We have a well‑developed Emergency Nurse Practitioner Team who work closely with staff to develop and enhance their knowledge and skills in minor injury management and treatment.
We strive to provide the best support for our staff and nurture them, so they can be the best they can be, and provide optimal care for our patients. We believe that every member of staff is pivotal in providing a positive experience for patients and encourage all team members to contribute to their overall journey.
If you would like to learn more, or arrange a visit, please feel free to contact us for an informal visit.
Main duties of the job
* Support nursing staff to provide fundamental standards of care for our patients.
* Complete investigations to support nursing team and clinicians to include observations, pressure area care, ECGs, venepuncture and cannulation, MSU/BHCG.
* Maintain infection prevention standards to include cleaning of equipment and patient areas.
* Attend and participate fully in team meetings, safety and improvement huddles.
* Take personal ownership in giving and receiving feedback; reinforce positive behaviours, and constructively challenge behaviour that does not reflect our Trust values.
* Work to ensure that the workplace is free from harassment and discrimination (see also protected characteristics details in the Equality and Diversity statement below).
* Welcome patients and visitors to the department.
* Provide/receive complicated and sensitive information relating to patient care communicating clearly, concisely and accurately and escalating enquiries where appropriate.
* Always communicate with tact and empathy, and interact appropriately with patients and relatives/carers where barriers to communication may exist (e.g. challenging behaviour, varying levels of ability, where English is not the first language).
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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