Health Care Assistant inBracknell inBracknell PUBLISHED
TUE 8 OCT 2024
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The Ringmead Medical Group is seeking a proactive and dynamic Health Care Assistant to join their expanding nursing team in Bracknell. This flexible role requires a candidate with strong multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and a calm demeanor under pressure. The position entails supporting the clinical team in delivering patient care according to established practice guidelines, with opportunities for career progression, including training as a nursing associate.
Key responsibilities include performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture, wound care, administering injections, and conducting ECGs, as well as recording clinical observations like blood pressure and pulse. The Health Care Assistant will also engage in health promotion, collaborate with Registered Nurses and GPs regarding patient conditions, and ensure the privacy and safety of patients. Experience in wound care is preferred, and the role requires an understanding of safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
Key responsibilities include performing clinical tasks such as venepuncture, wound care, administering injections, and conducting ECGs, as well as recording clinical observations like blood pressure and pulse. The Health Care Assistant will also engage in health promotion, collaborate with Registered Nurses and GPs regarding patient conditions, and ensure the privacy and safety of patients. Experience in wound care is preferred, and the role requires an understanding of safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
The Ringmead Medical Group is looking for a pro-active and dynamic Health Care Assistant to join its ever growing nursing team.
This is a varying role and will suit a candidate with a flexible attitude, ability to multi task, a keen eye for detail, works well under pressure and has a great sense of humour.
Ringmead is a training practice and there will be an opportunity to progress including as a trainee nursing associate.
This is a clinical role working in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols. the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of patient care.
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Your duties are likely to include:
- Undertaking clinical tasks including venepuncture, wound care, administering injections and carrying out ECGs
- Performing and recording clinical observations such as blood pressure and pulse
- Health promotion
- Discussing and sharing information with Registered Nurses and GPs on a patients condition
- Ensuring the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
- Recognising issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults
Wound care experience is desirable.
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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