Healthcare Assistant - Herrick ward inHarrow inHarrow PUBLISHED 12 NOV 2024

Band 2 PERMANENT

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust rDvESX3K

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Liaising with other multidisciplinary teams for patient information.

To assist qualified nursing staff in the delivery of care to patients
To seek clarification from trained staff wherever the post holder is uncertain about their responsibilities or duties at any
Liaising with other multidisciplinary teams for patient information
Ensure that all patient and discharge areas are equipped, tidy, and ready for use
To assist in the first line maintenance of medical devices, maintain clinical stock levels in each
Assist trained nurse in the timely discharge of patients
Computer skills - accessing CERNER, EPRO, ICE and Endo vault.
Taking and recording accurate vital signs and highlighting concerns to trained nurse

To work alongside a registered nurse to manage stock and consumables in the unit .

Be able to locate all policies relatingto good working practice within the clinical areas and adhere to them

You will assist the nursing staff in the delivery of care to patients whilst under (close) supervision. This will involve working in the procedure room with senior staff and the delivery of basic nursing care and the safe handling of patients

Assist in physiological measurements within agreed

Preparation of equipment for use and running calibration

Ensure the safekeeping of the patient's property and valuables within the Trust

Be aware of your competence and acknowledge your own boundaries by asking for assistance as required

Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situation

About us

To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification

To assist qualified nursing staff in the delivery of care to patients
To seek clarification from trained staff wherever the post holder is uncertain about their responsibilities or duties at any
Liaising with other multidisciplinary teams for patient information
Ensure that all patient and discharge areas are equipped, tidy, and ready for use
To assist in the first line maintenance of medical devices, maintain clinical stock levels in each
Assist trained nurse in the timely discharge of patients
Computer skills - accessing CERNER, EPRO, ICE and Endo vault.
Taking and recording accurate vital signs and highlighting concerns to trained nurse

To work alongside a registered nurse to manage stock and consumables in the unit .

Be able to locate all policies relatingto good working practice within the clinical areas and adhere to them

Assist in physiological measurements within agreed

Preparation of equipment for use and running calibration

Ensure the safekeeping of the patient's property and valuables within the Trust

Be aware of your competence and acknowledge your own boundaries by asking for assistance as required

Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situation

About us
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification

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1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what attracted you to this role?

2. What do you understand about the responsibilities of a Healthcare Assistant in a ward setting?

3. How would you approach assisting qualified nursing staff in delivering patient care? Can you provide a specific example?

4. Describe a situation where you had to seek clarification from a trained staff member. What was the situation, and what was the outcome?

5. How do you ensure that all patient and discharge areas are kept tidy and equipped? What routines do you think are important?

6. Can you explain the process you would follow if a medical device required first-line maintenance?

7. How would you handle a situation where you noticed a colleague not following good working practices or policies?

8. Describe your experience with taking and recording vital signs. What steps do you take to ensure accuracy?

9. What experience do you have with computer systems in a healthcare setting, specifically CERNER, EPRO, ICE, or Endo vault?

10. Can you walk us through how you would prepare equipment for a procedure? What considerations do you take into account?

11. How do you prioritise communication when liaising with other multidisciplinary teams? Can you give an example?

12. Describe a time when you had to work alongside a registered nurse. What challenges did you face, and how did you address them?

13. Can you identify a time when you recognised your own limitations in a healthcare setting? How did you respond?

14. How would you respond to an urgent or emergency situation while working as part of a healthcare team?

15. Imagine you are caring for a patient who becomes disoriented and starts to panic. How would you approach this situation?

16. If a patient expresses concern about their treatment, how would you handle the situation while ensuring they feel heard?

17. What do you think is the most important quality for a Healthcare Assistant to have, and why?

18. Do you have any questions for us about the role or the team you would be working with?