Healthcare Assistant inHerne Bay inHerne Bay PUBLISHED 1 MAY 2024
Primcura Healthcare rX2T00f
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About The Role
We have a variety of care settings available for experienced Healthcare Assistants, depending on your experience and settings you wish to support in.
We have a variety of shifts available earlies, lates, long days and nights available all week.
You can be the difference! Primcura Healthcare are looking for passionate and dedicated healthcare professionals to join our ever-growing Agency Team!
Why Primcura Healthcare?As Kent'sleading Healthcare Agency, Primcura Healthcare are excited to offer both short/long-term placements across the county, offering our agency staff the opportunity to work in over 100 care services of their choice on a weekly basis!
At Primcura Healthcare we want to make sure our staff feel supported and valued:
- Control of your working patternYou can do this using our exclusive phone app! You can choose whether you work full-time, part-time, day or night shifts.
Full induction programmeto Care Certificate Standards
Employee recognition schemes and social events
Opportunities to complete your NVQ 2/3/4 and 5FULLY FUNDED
Weekly payEVERY FRIDAY
Free In-house training, including CPD courses
Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant ? If so, we have the role for you!
About The Role
We have a variety of care settings available for experienced Healthcare Assistants, depending on your experience and settings you wish to support in.
We have a variety of shifts available earlies, lates, long days and nights available all week.
You can be the difference! Primcura Healthcare are looking for passionate and dedicated healthcare professionals to join our ever-growing Agency Team!
Why Primcura Healthcare?As Kent'sleading Healthcare Agency, Primcura Healthcare are excited to offer both short/long-term placements across the county, offering our agency staff the opportunity to work in over 100 care services of their choice on a weekly basis!
At Primcura Healthcare we want to make sure our staff feel supported and valued:
Full induction programmeto Care Certificate Standards
Employee recognition schemes and social events
Opportunities to complete your NVQ 2/3/4 and 5FULLY FUNDED
Weekly payEVERY FRIDAY
Free In-house training, including CPD courses
About The Role
We have a variety of care settings available for experienced Healthcare Assistants, depending on your experience and settings you wish to support in.
We have a variety of shifts available earlies, lates, long days and nights available all week.
You can be the difference! Primcura Healthcare are looking for passionate and dedicated healthcare professionals to join our ever-growing Agency Team!
Why Primcura Healthcare?As Kent'sleading Healthcare Agency, Primcura Healthcare are excited to offer both short/long-term placements across the county, offering our agency staff the opportunity to work in over 100 care services of their choice on a weekly basis!
At Primcura Healthcare we want to make sure our staff feel supported and valued:
- Control of your working patternYou can do this using our exclusive phone app! You can choose whether you work full-time, part-time, day or night shifts.
Full induction programmeto Care Certificate Standards
Employee recognition schemes and social events
Opportunities to complete your NVQ 2/3/4 and 5FULLY FUNDED
Weekly payEVERY FRIDAY
Free In-house training, including CPD courses
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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