Healthcare Assistant - Bevan Ward inUxbridge inUxbridge PUBLISHED
TUE 28 JAN 2025
Opportunity to provide compassionate, patient-centred care, making a real difference in patients' lives.
Working within a supportive team environment alongside registered nursing staff, fostering collaboration and learning.
Full-time role with a structured work schedule of 37.5 hours per week, providing job stability.
Involvement in a variety of clinical tasks including monitoring vital signs and assisting with patient procedures, enhancing healthcare skills.
Chance to contribute to a safe healthcare environment and uphold patient privacy and dignity, ensuring ethical practices.
Opportunity to work in a well-established NHS Trust that is committed to high-quality and safe patient care.
Access to a diverse range of services offered by a leading hospital trust, promoting professional growth and development.
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a full-time Band 2 Healthcare Assistant for Bevan Ward in Uxbridge, requiring 37.5 hours of work per week, including nights. The successful candidate will provide compassionate, patient-centered care under the supervision of registered nursing staff. Key responsibilities include assisting with patient care activities, preparing and delivering meals, maintaining patient privacy and dignity, and ensuring compliance with infection control policies. Effective communication skills are essential for reporting to patients and nurses, as well as for recording vital signs and reporting abnormalities.
This role is part of a broader effort to enhance the quality and safety of healthcare services at The Hillingdon Hospitals, the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The Trust is focused on providing high-quality patient care through collaboration with local health services and is committed to ongoing improvements, particularly in infection prevention and control. Interested applicants are encouraged to reach out for informal visits or further details, with the opportunity to apply before the vacancy closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
This role is part of a broader effort to enhance the quality and safety of healthcare services at The Hillingdon Hospitals, the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon. The Trust is focused on providing high-quality patient care through collaboration with local health services and is committed to ongoing improvements, particularly in infection prevention and control. Interested applicants are encouraged to reach out for informal visits or further details, with the opportunity to apply before the vacancy closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
These posts are Full Time 37.5 hours per week and you must be available to work all required shift patterns, including nights.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bevan Ward at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant. The post holder will provide patient-centred and compassionate care at all times and will work as a member of a team that delivers clinical care under the supervision of our registered nursing staff.
The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring that patients are cared for in a safe environment and that their privacy and dignity are maintained at all times. Good communication skills are essential for this post, as you will be required to provide verbal and written reports as part of your duties.
An interview date is yet to be confirmed.
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised once a suitable number of applications have been received.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care for the people that we serve.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Betty Eshun Job title: Ward Manager Email address:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Bevan Ward at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant. The post holder will provide patient-centred and compassionate care at all times and will work as a member of a team that delivers clinical care under the supervision of our registered nursing staff.
The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring that patients are cared for in a safe environment and that their privacy and dignity are maintained at all times. Good communication skills are essential for this post, as you will be required to provide verbal and written reports as part of your duties.
An interview date is yet to be confirmed.
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than advertised once a suitable number of applications have been received.
- To assist the registered nurse / professional in the delivery of patient care.
- To communicate with patients, in such a way, that respects and takes into account the patient’s level of understanding.
- To assist with the preparation and delivery of meals and beverages, assisting patients as requested.
- Adhere to strict compliance with Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
- To participate in the admission process of patients as directed by the registered nurse.
- To assist the registered nurse / professional in the delivery of patient care – pre, peri and post procedures, as required.
- To communicate effectively with patients / carers to ensure patients are kept well informed of any changes or delays to appointments / investigations.
- To be responsible for undertaking and recording blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, urine analysis, weight, height, reporting any abnormalities to the nurse / professional in charge.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care for the people that we serve.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Betty Eshun Job title: Ward Manager Email address:
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1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what motivated you to apply for the position of Healthcare Assistant in Bevan Ward?
2. What do you understand by patient-centred care? Can you provide an example of how you have delivered this in your previous experience?
3. Have you previously worked as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role? If so, what were your main responsibilities?
4. Imagine a patient expresses anxiety about an upcoming procedure. How would you approach a conversation with them to alleviate their concerns?
5. The role requires working across various shift patterns, including nights. Are you comfortable with this, and how do you manage work-life balance in such scenarios?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what motivated you to apply for the position of Healthcare Assistant in Bevan Ward?
2. What do you understand by patient-centred care? Can you provide an example of how you have delivered this in your previous experience?
3. Have you previously worked as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role? If so, what were your main responsibilities?
4. Imagine a patient expresses anxiety about an upcoming procedure. How would you approach a conversation with them to alleviate their concerns?
5. The role requires working across various shift patterns, including nights. Are you comfortable with this, and how do you manage work-life balance in such scenarios?
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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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