Senior Health Care Assistant inSandwell inSandwell PUBLISHED MON 11 NOV 2024

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust rey0sEvs

Opportunity to be part of a dedicated nursing team in an acute medicine setting, contributing significantly to patient care.

Hands-on experience with a variety of clinical procedures such as taking blood, cannulation, and performing ECGs, enhancing practical skills.

Supportive working environment with robust professional development programs to foster career growth and continuous learning.

Dynamic and busy department, providing an engaging and fulfilling work experience for proactive and motivated individuals.

Strong emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, ensuring excellent patient care and a shared commitment to high standards in health services.

Potential for career advancement as the role evolves with the ongoing changes in health care services, allowing for skill expansion.

The Senior Health Care Assistant position at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust offers an opportunity to join the nursing team within the acute medicine cluster, which spans City and Sandwell hospitals and will transition to MMUH this autumn. The role involves supporting registered nurses in the assessment and care of patients during their acute and recovery phases. Key responsibilities include meeting patients' personal care needs, monitoring vital signs, performing procedures like blood draws and ECGs, and engaging in various healthcare tasks as directed.

Candidates should have prior experience in a healthcare setting and demonstrate strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to teamwork. The successful individual will receive support from the in-house professional development team, encouraging them to enhance their skills and become a vital part of a dynamic and busy department focused on patient-centered services and continuous improvement.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Nursing team based across the acute medicine cluster, between City and Sandwell hospital, moving to MMUH in the autumn.

The role will be to provide support for the nurses in the care of patients while in the acute and recovering phase of their illness.

This involves, under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse, assessment of medical patients. Daily tasks meeting the patients personal care needs, whilst assessing their observations, taking bloods, cannulation, performing ECGs and any other health care directed tasks as needed.

You should have previous experience of working in a health care setting and be proactive and adaptable to change. The successful candidate will have good communication skills and be committed to working as part of a team which provides excellent patient care.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team in this dynamic and busy department, as we continue to develop patient led services and expand roles that reflect the on-going changes. The successful candidate will be fully supported in becoming an integral member of the team. which will be supported robustly by our in house professional development team. This role also provides you with an excellent opportunity to use and develop your existing skills.

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Working as a Senior Health Care Assistant in the UK requires a combination of clinical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Here are some of the key skills you may need:

1. Clinical Skills:

- Basic life support and first aid

- Administering medications (under supervision)

- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.)

- Knowledge of hygiene and infection control practices

- Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, mobility)

2. Communication Skills:

- Effective verbal and written communication, especially with patients, families, and healthcare teams

- Empathy and active listening to understand patient needs

- Ability to communicate complex information in an understandable way

3. Interpersonal Skills:

- Building rapport with patients and their families

- Teamwork and collaboration with other healthcare professionals

- Conflict resolution and handling difficult situations

4. Organizational Skills:

- Time management to prioritize tasks and manage patient care effectively

- Record-keeping and documentation skills to ensure accurate patient records

5. Leadership and Supervisory Skills:

- Ability to oversee and mentor junior healthcare staff

- Coordination of duties and delegating tasks effectively

6. Problem-Solving Skills:

- Critical thinking and the ability to assess situations quickly

- Developing care plans and adapting to patient needs

7. Knowledge of Policies and Procedures:

- Understanding of relevant healthcare regulations and policies

- Familiarity with safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality standards

8. Resilience and Emotional Intelligence:

- Coping with the emotional demands of the role

- Maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations

9. Cultural Competence:

- Awareness of and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients

10. Continuous Professional Development:

- Commitment to ongoing training and upskilling in healthcare practices.

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Senior Health Care Assistant inSandwell inSandwell PUBLISHED MON 11 NOV 2024

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust rey0sEvs

About us Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for details on the main duties and responsibilities.

About us
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for details on the main duties and responsibilities.