Nursing AssistantinNorth ShieldsinNorth ShieldsPUBLISHED FRI 27 DEC 2024
Opportunity to work within a supportive community nursing team, enhancing collaborative skills.
Role offers variety, including patient care in the community and administrative tasks, keeping the work engaging.
Direct involvement in patient care and the chance to make a positive difference in patients' lives.
Development of strong communication skills through interactions with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Access to training and development, especially in specialized areas like continence care, enhancing professional growth.
Flexible work environment involving travel across the Northumbria area, providing a dynamic work experience.
Contribution to service improvement activities, allowing Nursing Assistants to influence best practices in patient care.
The Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Nursing Assistant to join their Continence service team in North Shields. This role involves supporting specialist nursing staff within a community setting and requires travel across the Northumbria healthcare locality. The successful candidate should possess excellent communication and organisational skills, a full driving license, and access to a vehicle. Key responsibilities include assisting with patient reviews in nursing homes, conducting basic training sessions on continence product use, performing bladder scans, and providing support in the home delivery service office.
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English and possess qualifications like NVQ Level 3 in Health or equivalent experience. The role requires the ability to maintain high clinical standards, communicate effectively with patients and team members, and utilize electronic systems for documentation and patient care. Previous experience in a healthcare environment is preferred, along with the willingness to engage in service improvement activities and work under pressure.
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English and possess qualifications like NVQ Level 3 in Health or equivalent experience. The role requires the ability to maintain high clinical standards, communicate effectively with patients and team members, and utilize electronic systems for documentation and patient care. Previous experience in a healthcare environment is preferred, along with the willingness to engage in service improvement activities and work under pressure.
Opportunity to work within a supportive community nursing team, enhancing collaborative skills.
Role offers variety, including patient care in the community and administrative tasks, keeping the work engaging.
Direct involvement in patient care and the chance to make a positive difference in patients' lives.
Development of strong communication skills through interactions with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Access to training and development, especially in specialized areas like continence care, enhancing professional growth.
Flexible work environment involving travel across the Northumbria area, providing a dynamic work experience.
Contribution to service improvement activities, allowing Nursing Assistants to influence best practices in patient care.
The Continence service within Northumbria healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic Nursing assistant to join our small community nursing team.
This role provides assistance to the specialist nursing team and support within the home delivery office base.
The successful candidate will need to have a full driving licence and access to a car as the role involves travelling across the whole of the Northumbria healthcare trust locality.
Applicants should be excellent communicators with good telephone communication skills; have the ability to deal with the general public and have a positive approach to patient care.
Clear evidence of key board skills, willingness to be part of service improvement activities and the ability to work under pressure is essential.
This role involves assisting the nursing staff and undertaking patient reviews in Nursing homes, some very basic training sessions, on fitting and use of containment product and sheath systems. Undertaking bladder scans and reporting these results to the qualified staff, supporting staff with continence product fitting issues. The other aspect of the role involves working in the continence product home delivery service office, to cover any staffing shortages to ensure we are able to provide an effective service to patients.
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- To assist the qualified nursing staff in the delivery of high quality direct and indirect patient care
- To provide assistance and support to patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team
- To maintain high clinical standards
- Provide and receive routine information which requires tact or persuasive skills or where there are barriers to understanding
- Providing and receiving routine information orally, in writing or electronicallyto inform work colleagues, patients, clients, carers, the public or other Externalcontacts
- Able to use electronic systems such as SystmOne and our service specific continence home delivery portal (training will be provided)
- Alerts qualified staff to any changes in a patients condition
- Completes relevant nursing documentation specific to clinical area
- Must be able to demonstrate the English language proficiency level required for this post
- NVQ Level 3 in Health/Health & Social Care/Direct Care or a portfolio of equivalent experience
- Previous care experience preferably in a health care setting
- Ability to organise own day to day work tasks or activities
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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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