Nursing Assistant - Iris Ward inSt Helens inSt Helens PUBLISHED
SAT 4 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in a supportive and safe environment dedicated to mental health care.
Ability to gain experience and develop skills in mental health, particularly with severe conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Engagement in meaningful work by directly impacting the lives of service users and their recovery journeys.
Joining one of the largest trusts providing physical and mental health services, offering job security and potential career growth.
Flexible working arrangements to accommodate personal and professional needs.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and learning from qualified staff while providing direct care.
Being part of an organisation committed to 'perfect care,' focusing on quality and improving service delivery.
The Nursing Assistant position in Iris Ward at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in St Helens focuses on providing direct care and observation for female adults with severe mental health issues such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. Candidates should have prior experience in mental health and reside locally. Responsibilities include implementing care plans, documenting observations about the patients' mental states and risk factors, and engaging with service users in both individual and group activities under the guidance of qualified staff.
Mersey Care is a prominent provider of physical and mental health services across the North West, emphasizing a commitment to 'perfect care' that is safe, effective, and equitable. The organisation supports staff in their roles and is currently undergoing transformative changes to enhance service quality while managing costs. The role offers flexible working arrangements and invites local candidates eager to grow their skills in a supportive environment. For additional inquiries or informal visits, interested individuals can contact Jess Mutch, the Ward Manager.
Mersey Care is a prominent provider of physical and mental health services across the North West, emphasizing a commitment to 'perfect care' that is safe, effective, and equitable. The organisation supports staff in their roles and is currently undergoing transformative changes to enhance service quality while managing costs. The role offers flexible working arrangements and invites local candidates eager to grow their skills in a supportive environment. For additional inquiries or informal visits, interested individuals can contact Jess Mutch, the Ward Manager.
We are currently recruiting for Nursing Assistants in St Helens.
This is the perfect opportunity for those who live local to the services who are looking to expand on their skills by working for a service that provides a safe and comfortable environment for service users. The services we are recruiting for is based in St Helens.
Iris Ward provides mental health inpatient services to female adult with severe mental health problems such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression.
This opportunity would be ideal for those who already have experience working within Mental Health and live local to the service.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jess Mutch Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
This is the perfect opportunity for those who live local to the services who are looking to expand on their skills by working for a service that provides a safe and comfortable environment for service users. The services we are recruiting for is based in St Helens.
Iris Ward provides mental health inpatient services to female adult with severe mental health problems such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression.
This opportunity would be ideal for those who already have experience working within Mental Health and live local to the service.
- To carry out assigned duties, involving direct care and observation of service users under the guidance and indirect supervision of qualified staff.
- To report to the qualified staff any observations made whilst providing care to service users activities and leisure, providing details of mental state and risk factors.
- To work with service users on an individual and group basis as outlined in the care plan and as directed by the appropriate named lead professional.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Jess Mutch Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Nursing Assistant (also known as a Healthcare Assistant or HCA) in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills, qualifications, and personal attributes. Here are some of the key skills and qualities required:
Essential Skills
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, colleagues, and families. Effective listening and interpersonal skills are also vital.
2. Empathy and Compassion: A caring attitude towards patients and their families, understanding their needs and emotions.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team, cooperating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Ensuring that records are kept accurately and that patients receive the correct care according to their needs.
5. Basic Medical Knowledge: Understanding of basic health and medical terminology, as well as procedures and protocols.
6. Physical Stamina: Capability to support patients physically, which may involve lifting, transporting, and assisting with mobility.
7. Organizational Skills: Managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks to ensure that patient care needs are met promptly.
8. Crisis Management: Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle emergencies effectively, including recognizing signs of distress or deterioration in patients.
9. Observational Skills: Ability to notice changes in a patient’s condition and report them to registered nurses or doctors.
10. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with healthcare databases and documentation systems, as some record-keeping may be required.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications aren’t always necessary to become a Nursing Assistant, the following can be beneficial:
- Care Certificate: A standard induction program for new staff in health and social care settings, covering fundamental skills and knowledge.
- Health and Social Care Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma: These qualifications can provide a solid foundation in care practices.
- First Aid/CPR Certification: Many employers value candidates who have training in basic life support.
- Criminal Record Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Personal Attributes
1. Reliability: Being punctual and dependable, especially since care roles often require shift work, including evenings and weekends.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and varying patient needs.
3. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different cultural backgrounds and personal preferences of patients.
4. Patience and Tolerance: Ability to manage challenging behaviors with professionalism and understanding.
5. Willingness to Learn: A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on best practices in healthcare.
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