Nursing Assistant inNorth Shields inNorth Shields PUBLISHED
MON 30 DEC 2024
Key responsibilities include assisting qualified nursing staff with patient assessments, basic nursing tasks such as hygiene and mobility support, monitoring vital signs, and reporting any changes in patient condition. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to the dynamic needs of the ward environment, while also being proactive in organizing their daily tasks under supervision. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 12 at North Tyneside Hospital. We require one nursing assistant to join our team. Ward 12 is an innovative and forward thinking, 23 bedded Care of the Elderly Ward.
We are looking for experienced candidates who have a commitment to ensuring safe and high-quality care is delivered to our patients, as well as being a role model and supporting other members of the MDT.
On Ward 12 there is a strong focus on multidisciplinary team working, to ensure safe and timely patient discharges or transfers to appropriate care settings.
You will be expected to work as part of a dynamic nursing team, delivering all aspects of care to patients and have excellent communication skills. Previous experience in a similar setting is desirable, but not essential. These posts will be rotational between day/night shift and cover seven days a week.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received
The role includes assisting the qualified nursing staff:
- Delivering high quality direct and indirect patient care
- Assisting and supporting patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team
- Maintaining high clinical standards
- Maintaining a clean and safe ward environment
- The post involves working a variety of shifts over the 24 hour period, including weekends and bank holidays and night duty; individuals need to be flexible to the needs of the service.
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- To assist the qualified nurses in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
- To give basic nursing care, e.g.; assistance with personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility needs, washing under direct or indirect supervision. Monitor patients observations and vital signs including fluid balance
- To report accurately perceived changes in a patients manner, observation, eating habits etc.
- To promote health within the ward setting.
- Organises own day to day work tasks or activities under supervision of qualified staff
- Able to respond to the changing needs of patients and ward routines.
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