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SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team and gain valuable experience in a diverse healthcare environment.
Hands-on role that allows you to make a significant difference in the lives of complex needs patients.
Access to first-class development opportunities, including professional and clinical skills training.
Commitment to a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working patterns to accommodate staff needs.
The Health Care Assistant (HCA) will work in the Acute Frailty Unit, a specialized 12-14 bed facility focused on caring for elderly patients with complex needs. The role requires collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of hands-on care under the supervision of registered nurses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with daily living activities.
- Support nursing and medical staff as needed.
- Escort patients when necessary and maintain a safe environment.
- Report any unsafe practices to the Ward Manager or Senior Nurse.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Essential: Good general education, effective communication, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under supervision.
- Desirable: Previous experience in a similar role.
Work Environment:
- The position involves rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust promotes an inclusive workplace and offers flexible working patterns.
Opportunities for Growth:
The Trust values staff development, providing numerous training opportunities in management, leadership, and clinical skills. It is committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance for its employees, which benefits both staff and patients.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust seeks applicants who align with its core values: Commitment to Excellence, Working Together, and Facing the Future.
SYNOPSIS •
Opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team and gain valuable experience in a diverse healthcare environment.
Hands-on role that allows you to make a significant difference in the lives of complex needs patients.
Access to first-class development opportunities, including professional and clinical skills training.
Commitment to a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working patterns to accommodate staff needs.
Be part of an inclusive and disability-confident employer that values diversity and support for its employees.
Work within a well-regarded Foundation Trust that is committed to innovative healthcare improvements and investments.
Possibility to develop communication and interpersonal skills through regular interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
Job OverviewThe Acute Frailty Unit is a 12-14 bedded unit within the Care of the Elderly directorate. You will be working within the multi disciplinary team to provide standards of care to our complex needs patients.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public.
You will be delivering hands on care together with the registered nurse.
The role will entail working day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Working for our organisation
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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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
- Assisting patients with Activities of daily living
- Support Nursing and Medical Staff
- If necessary, escort patients as needed
- Maintain a safe environment
- Report any unsafe practices promptly to the Ward Manager/ Senior Nurse.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good general Education
- Good general knowledge
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Years experience
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good communication
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work under supervision
We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in health & wellbeing, delivering excellence for our communities.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment .
Our three core values , and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future .
Apply online now
SYNOPSIS • FULL DESCRIPTION
Job OverviewThe Acute Frailty Unit is a 12-14 bedded unit within the Care of the Elderly directorate. You will be working within the multi disciplinary team to provide standards of care to our complex needs patients.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public.
You will be delivering hands on care together with the registered nurse.
The role will entail working day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Working for our organisation
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
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
- Assisting patients with Activities of daily living
- Support Nursing and Medical Staff
- If necessary, escort patients as needed
- Maintain a safe environment
- Report any unsafe practices promptly to the Ward Manager/ Senior Nurse.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good general Education
- Good general knowledge
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Years experience
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good communication
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work under supervision
We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in health & wellbeing, delivering excellence for our communities.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment .
Our three core values , and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future .
Apply online now
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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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