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Opportunity to work in a brand new, state-of-the-art 13-bedded Elective Orthopaedic Unit.
Ability to contribute to patient care in a fast-paced environment, helping patients recover from a range of orthopaedic surgical procedures.
Supportive training specific to the specialty, enhancing your skills and knowledge in healthcare.
Involvement in a dynamic team and the chance to work closely with experienced professionals, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Flexible working options available to maintain a healthy work-life balance, accommodating various personal needs and preferences.
Commitment to inclusivity and support for staff from diverse backgrounds, recognized by Gold accreditation for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and motivated Care Assistant to join the new 13-bedded Elective Orthopaedic Unit at Frimley Park Hospital, which opens in February 2025. This role involves supporting registered nurses in delivering high standards of patient care in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess healthcare experience, exhibit compassionate and exemplary communication skills, and be effective team players. Responsibilities will include assisting patients with their basic needs, ensuring safety, and fulfilling various clinical and non-clinical duties as required by the service.
The position also requires internal rotation within the Orthopaedic Trauma Ward to enhance skills and knowledge. The Trust emphasises a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible working patterns, alongside comprehensive training and professional development opportunities. Frimley Health is committed to being an inclusive employer and warmly welcomes applications reflecting diverse experiences.
The position also requires internal rotation within the Orthopaedic Trauma Ward to enhance skills and knowledge. The Trust emphasises a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible working patterns, alongside comprehensive training and professional development opportunities. Frimley Health is committed to being an inclusive employer and warmly welcomes applications reflecting diverse experiences.
A Brand new 13 bedded Elective T & O ward is opening in Feb 2025!
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Orthopaedic Directorate at Frimley Health Foundation Trust based at Frimley Park Hospital. We are looking to recruit Health Care Assistant to join our new Elective Orthopaedic Unit at Frimley. The Elective Orthopaedic Unit is a brand new 13 bedded ward in Frimley Park Hospital which will run a service 7 days a week. All 13 bed spaces are isolated side rooms. It is a fast paced department catering for patients having a range of orthopaedic surgical procedures.
The successful individual should be dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated who is committed to delivering a high standard of nursing care. The post holder must be an excellent team player, compassionate, and have exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. You will be supported with speciality specific training. It is essential for the candidate to have health care experience. Internal rotation within Ortho Trauma ward is expected to gain the skills and knowledge.
The post holder will carry out duties in support and under supervision of a registered nurse and participate in patient care as a member of the ward nursing team.
To assist patients to maintain basic needs and ensure patient safety is maintained.
To assist with a range of clinical and non-clinical duties as per service demand adhering GIRFT principles.
The post holder is expected to work within the trust with weekend, evening and night duties as required by the service.
To assist members of the multi-disciplinary team to maintain patient’s basic needs and ensure patient safety. To assist with a range of non-clinical duties.
Please see attached Job Description for a comprehensive list of role specific duties and responsibilities.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Pratichya Shahi Rana Job title: Matron Email address: Telephone number:
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Orthopaedic Directorate at Frimley Health Foundation Trust based at Frimley Park Hospital. We are looking to recruit Health Care Assistant to join our new Elective Orthopaedic Unit at Frimley. The Elective Orthopaedic Unit is a brand new 13 bedded ward in Frimley Park Hospital which will run a service 7 days a week. All 13 bed spaces are isolated side rooms. It is a fast paced department catering for patients having a range of orthopaedic surgical procedures.
The successful individual should be dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated who is committed to delivering a high standard of nursing care. The post holder must be an excellent team player, compassionate, and have exemplary communication and interpersonal skills. You will be supported with speciality specific training. It is essential for the candidate to have health care experience. Internal rotation within Ortho Trauma ward is expected to gain the skills and knowledge.
The post holder will carry out duties in support and under supervision of a registered nurse and participate in patient care as a member of the ward nursing team.
To assist patients to maintain basic needs and ensure patient safety is maintained.
To assist with a range of clinical and non-clinical duties as per service demand adhering GIRFT principles.
The post holder is expected to work within the trust with weekend, evening and night duties as required by the service.
To assist members of the multi-disciplinary team to maintain patient’s basic needs and ensure patient safety. To assist with a range of non-clinical duties.
Please see attached Job Description for a comprehensive list of role specific duties and responsibilities.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Pratichya Shahi Rana Job title: Matron Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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