Health Care Assistant inSouthall inSouthall PUBLISHED 5 JUL 2024
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We are passionate about improving our service and delivering high quality, individualised care to our patients. Our staff's are at the centre of everything we do. We offer support throughout your time with us, with regular personal development reviews and individualized objectives to support professional and personal development with in the unit.
Main Duties
To ensure patients’ comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
To assist patients with all activities of daily living they are unable to carry out for themselves.
To support patients in meeting their psychosocial and spiritual needs.
To assist with admissions to the unit by ensuring patients and their carers are greeted in a
welcoming and courteous manner.
To support trained nurses in ensuring the safe discharge of patients from the unit.
To demonstrate an understanding and awareness of and respect for the multicultural needs of
patients and their carers.
To assist with maintenance of safety on the unit at all times.
To ensure infection control procedures are complied with at all times.
To participate in internal rotation within the in-patient unit.
To work temporarily in Day Hospice if required.
To attend unit meetings and debriefing sessions as required.
To take responsibility for meeting own mandatory training requirements in a timely manner.
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We Run Major Acute Services At
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Anna Abey Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number: 02
We regret to inform you that we are unable to contact everyone who has not been shortlisted for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us with in 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic individual to join our team in the inpatient unit at Meadow House Hospice.
We are passionate about improving our service and delivering high quality, individualised care to our patients. Our staff's are at the centre of everything we do. We offer support throughout your time with us, with regular personal development reviews and individualized objectives to support professional and personal development with in the unit.
Main Duties
To ensure patients’ comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
To assist patients with all activities of daily living they are unable to carry out for themselves.
To support patients in meeting their psychosocial and spiritual needs.
To assist with admissions to the unit by ensuring patients and their carers are greeted in a
welcoming and courteous manner.
To support trained nurses in ensuring the safe discharge of patients from the unit.
To demonstrate an understanding and awareness of and respect for the multicultural needs of
patients and their carers.
To assist with maintenance of safety on the unit at all times.
To ensure infection control procedures are complied with at all times.
To participate in internal rotation within the in-patient unit.
To work temporarily in Day Hospice if required.
To attend unit meetings and debriefing sessions as required.
To take responsibility for meeting own mandatory training requirements in a timely manner.
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We Run Major Acute Services At
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Anna Abey Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number: 02
We regret to inform you that we are unable to contact everyone who has not been shortlisted for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us with in 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
We are passionate about improving our service and delivering high quality, individualised care to our patients. Our staff's are at the centre of everything we do. We offer support throughout your time with us, with regular personal development reviews and individualized objectives to support professional and personal development with in the unit.
Main Duties
To ensure patients’ comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
To assist patients with all activities of daily living they are unable to carry out for themselves.
To support patients in meeting their psychosocial and spiritual needs.
To assist with admissions to the unit by ensuring patients and their carers are greeted in a
welcoming and courteous manner.
To support trained nurses in ensuring the safe discharge of patients from the unit.
To demonstrate an understanding and awareness of and respect for the multicultural needs of
patients and their carers.
To assist with maintenance of safety on the unit at all times.
To ensure infection control procedures are complied with at all times.
To participate in internal rotation within the in-patient unit.
To work temporarily in Day Hospice if required.
To attend unit meetings and debriefing sessions as required.
To take responsibility for meeting own mandatory training requirements in a timely manner.
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We Run Major Acute Services At
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Anna Abey Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number: 02
We regret to inform you that we are unable to contact everyone who has not been shortlisted for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us with in 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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