Nursing Assistant inAshington inAshington PUBLISHED
WED 4 DEC 2024
Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per annum
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS NIGHTS WEEKEND
The Nursing Assistant position at Wansbeck General Hospital, under Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, is geared towards individuals who are caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic, particularly within a busy elderly care and orthogeriatric ward. The role entails supporting qualified nursing staff in delivering high-quality direct and indirect patient care, assisting patients and their families, and collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team, all while ensuring high clinical standards and maintaining a clean and safe ward environment.
Candidates should be prepared to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays, reflecting the service's needs. The position is challenging but offers the rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the care of patients with complex medical needs.
Candidates should be prepared to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays, reflecting the service's needs. The position is challenging but offers the rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the care of patients with complex medical needs.
Ward 4, Wansbeck General Hospital is a busy care of the elderly/orthogeriatric ward that cares for patients with complex medical needs. It can be a challenging but very rewarding role.
We are looking for a caring, compassionate and enthusiastic individual to join our team, to support the qualified nursing team in the care of patients following transfer from The Northumbria Hospital. Nursing Assistants play a vital role in assisting and supporting patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team in delivery high quality patient care.
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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- 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
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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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