Health Care Assistant (Haematology Day Unit) inNorthampton inNorthampton PUBLISHED 11 SEP 2024
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Undertaking the cleaning of clinic equipment, according to policy and procedure.
Come join our dynamic team in the Haematology Day Unit here at Northampton General Hospital. We are committed to delivering high quality patient care and experience through our teams of dedicated, enthusiastic qualified staff. We are a friendly, professional team and continually strive to deliver the best possible care. In return we offer an experienced, supportive environment to stimulate ideas and facilitate development.The Haematology Day Unit aims to provide a high standard of care for our Haematology patients, caring for a variety of different conditions, therapies and medicines, such as; sickle cell disease, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and iodine therapy, stem cell transplants and radiotherapy.
The Haematology Day Unit team are looking for someone who is motivated to progress and develop their skills. In return we can offer a stimulating work environment with a commitment to multidisciplinary working and continuing professional development. There are extensive opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and your career. Education will be given to support quality care in the department.
Due to the nature of our department, we often care for our patients for a significant length of time and so the ideal applicant must be able to build solid professional relationships with patients and their families. With this in mind you will need to have exceptional communication skills, a supportive nature, empathy and ability to problem solve whilst thinking outside the box.
Main Duties And Responsibilities Include
Running and coordinating busy clinics
Setting up clinic rooms, ensuring they are clean and fully equipped with all the necessary equipment/paperwork for that clinician.
Taking observations: Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturations, weight, height, and BMI
The HCA needs to be able to perform Urine analysis and
Electrocardiography (ECGS) if requested.
Undertaking training for venepuncture and cannulation
Checking stock levels and order when required.
Act upon any abnormal observations/results immediately
Provide clear and concise written documentation of results and observations as per Trust guidance.
Report any concerns/incidents relating to patient or environment health and safety to a registered nurse/healthcare practitioner.
Recognising the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary groups by supporting non-discriminatory practice & acknowledging the patient's personal beliefs and identity.
Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.
Undertaking the cleaning of clinic equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.
Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emma Cuthbert Job title: Haematology Day Unit Sister Email address: Telephone number:
Come join our dynamic team in the Haematology Day Unit here at Northampton General Hospital. We are committed to delivering high quality patient care and experience through our teams of dedicated, enthusiastic qualified staff. We are a friendly, professional team and continually strive to deliver the best possible care. In return we offer an experienced, supportive environment to stimulate ideas and facilitate development.
The Haematology Day Unit aims to provide a high standard of care for our Haematology patients, caring for a variety of different conditions, therapies and medicines, such as; sickle cell disease, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and iodine therapy, stem cell transplants and radiotherapy.
The Haematology Day Unit team are looking for someone who is motivated to progress and develop their skills. In return we can offer a stimulating work environment with a commitment to multidisciplinary working and continuing professional development. There are extensive opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and your career. Education will be given to support quality care in the department.
Due to the nature of our department, we often care for our patients for a significant length of time and so the ideal applicant must be able to build solid professional relationships with patients and their families. With this in mind you will need to have exceptional communication skills, a supportive nature, empathy and ability to problem solve whilst thinking outside the box.
Main Duties And Responsibilities Include
Running and coordinating busy clinics
Setting up clinic rooms, ensuring they are clean and fully equipped with all the necessary equipment/paperwork for that clinician.
Taking observations: Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturations, weight, height, and BMI
The HCA needs to be able to perform Urine analysis and
Electrocardiography (ECGS) if requested.
Undertaking training for venepuncture and cannulation
Checking stock levels and order when required.
Act upon any abnormal observations/results immediately
Provide clear and concise written documentation of results and observations as per Trust guidance.
Report any concerns/incidents relating to patient or environment health and safety to a registered nurse/healthcare practitioner.
Recognising the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary groups by supporting non-discriminatory practice & acknowledging the patient's personal beliefs and identity.
Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.
Undertaking the cleaning of clinic equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.
Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emma Cuthbert Job title: Haematology Day Unit Sister Email address: Telephone number:
The Haematology Day Unit aims to provide a high standard of care for our Haematology patients, caring for a variety of different conditions, therapies and medicines, such as; sickle cell disease, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and iodine therapy, stem cell transplants and radiotherapy.
The Haematology Day Unit team are looking for someone who is motivated to progress and develop their skills. In return we can offer a stimulating work environment with a commitment to multidisciplinary working and continuing professional development. There are extensive opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and your career. Education will be given to support quality care in the department.
Due to the nature of our department, we often care for our patients for a significant length of time and so the ideal applicant must be able to build solid professional relationships with patients and their families. With this in mind you will need to have exceptional communication skills, a supportive nature, empathy and ability to problem solve whilst thinking outside the box.
Main Duties And Responsibilities Include
Running and coordinating busy clinics
Setting up clinic rooms, ensuring they are clean and fully equipped with all the necessary equipment/paperwork for that clinician.
Taking observations: Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturations, weight, height, and BMI
The HCA needs to be able to perform Urine analysis and
Electrocardiography (ECGS) if requested.
Undertaking training for venepuncture and cannulation
Checking stock levels and order when required.
Act upon any abnormal observations/results immediately
Provide clear and concise written documentation of results and observations as per Trust guidance.
Report any concerns/incidents relating to patient or environment health and safety to a registered nurse/healthcare practitioner.
Recognising the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary groups by supporting non-discriminatory practice & acknowledging the patient's personal beliefs and identity.
Maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.
Undertaking the cleaning of clinic equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.
Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emma Cuthbert Job title: Haematology Day Unit Sister Email address: Telephone number:
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