Healthcare Assistant (Surgical) inWolverhampton inWolverhampton PUBLISHED 19 NOV 2024
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust rAEylxrw
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Bring your dedication and determination here, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of excellent patient care working on a Cardiothoracic Surgical Ward.
We are a welcoming and friendly place that's devoted to our vibrant, diverse community. We know where we're going and we want inspirational, compassionate and caring individuals to join us on this journey.
The role consists of working days and nights, including weekends.
To assist with the direct care of patients as delegated to and supervised by registered nurse / health care professional.
To provide support to the nursing team working collaboratively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and contributing positively to the delivery of high quality compassionate care.
To uphold the fundamental standards of safety and quality always putting the patients first and protecting them from harm.
About usTo assist registered nurses/health care professionals in the delivery of individualised holistic patient care. according to policy/procedure.
To ensure that consent is obtained prior to delivering all aspects of patient care.
To involve relatives / carers in the delivery of care interacting with them helpfully and in a friendly manner providing information as appropriate.
To ensure care is delivered with compassion and respect to all patients.
To work with the multi-disciplinary team, and contribute to the prevention of patient harm by participating in risk assessments e.g. pressure ulcer development, falls, nutrition, and comfort rounds.
To ensure privacy and dignity are maintained at all times and protect confidential information
To assist patients with all care as delegated by the registered nurse/health care professional.
To assist patients in meeting their nutritional need and accurately record intake on the appropriate charts (if applicable), reporting any changes to the registered nurse / practitioner or doctor responsible for the patients care.
To accurately document any observations and care provided in the appropriate record informing the registered nurse to whom you have been delegated care, of your actions.
To safely transport samples to the laboratories in a timely and professional manner.
To safely escort patients to other areas / departments as requested by the registered nurse / health care professional.
To chaperone patients requiring clinical examinations, as per Trusts Chaperone Policy.
To ensure that appropriate moving and handling techniques and equipment are used when manual handling.
To report back any relevant information to the registered nurse accountable for the patients care.
To answer the telephone in a courteous and professional manner, accurately taking messages and informing the relevant person(s).
Respond appropriately to patient concerns and questions raised escalating to the accountable registered nurse / health care professional for the patient during that shift.
To ensure areas are maintained clean and tidy, and are appropriate stocked against agreed levels, including storage areas and medical equipment.
To comply with Health and Safety Regulations and to report accidents / untoward incidents / hazards / unsafe equipment to the nurse in charge / registered practitioner immediately, utilising the incident reporting system.
Act in a courteous and helpful manner at all times ensuring practical delivery of compassionate care respecting others, including the care of deceased patients and their families.
Maintain professional carer behaviour at all times as an employee of the Trust and therefore representative of our values and beliefs including the objectives of the Trust
Work towards healthcare support workers registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council as and when this is established.
Ensure your practice is supervised by a registered nurse health care professional / who remains accountable for the delivery of care.
To attend mandatory training and such courses / lectures / in-service training, as indicated by the needs of the service and own personal development, as indicated at appraisal and within personal development plan (PDP).
To be familiar with, and comply with all appropriate Trust policies and procedures.
At all times maintain a professional image and comply with the Trusts Dress Code Policy.
At all times act in a professional manner, to uphold the reputation of the profession and the organisation.
To undertake any other duties as may be required to meet the needs of the service within the limitations of the grade for the post.
Bring your dedication and determination here, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team committed to the delivery of excellent patient care working on a Cardiothoracic Surgical Ward.
We are a welcoming and friendly place that's devoted to our vibrant, diverse community. We know where we're going and we want inspirational, compassionate and caring individuals to join us on this journey.
The role consists of working days and nights, including weekends.
To assist with the direct care of patients as delegated to and supervised by registered nurse / health care professional.
To provide support to the nursing team working collaboratively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and contributing positively to the delivery of high quality compassionate care.
To uphold the fundamental standards of safety and quality always putting the patients first and protecting them from harm.
About us
To assist registered nurses/health care professionals in the delivery of individualised holistic patient care. according to policy/procedure.
To ensure that consent is obtained prior to delivering all aspects of patient care.
To involve relatives / carers in the delivery of care interacting with them helpfully and in a friendly manner providing information as appropriate.
To ensure care is delivered with compassion and respect to all patients.
To work with the multi-disciplinary team, and contribute to the prevention of patient harm by participating in risk assessments e.g. pressure ulcer development, falls, nutrition, and comfort rounds.
To ensure privacy and dignity are maintained at all times and protect confidential information
To assist patients with all care as delegated by the registered nurse/health care professional.
To assist patients in meeting their nutritional need and accurately record intake on the appropriate charts (if applicable), reporting any changes to the registered nurse / practitioner or doctor responsible for the patients care.
To accurately document any observations and care provided in the appropriate record informing the registered nurse to whom you have been delegated care, of your actions.
To safely transport samples to the laboratories in a timely and professional manner.
To safely escort patients to other areas / departments as requested by the registered nurse / health care professional.
To chaperone patients requiring clinical examinations, as per Trusts Chaperone Policy.
To ensure that appropriate moving and handling techniques and equipment are used when manual handling.
To report back any relevant information to the registered nurse accountable for the patients care.
To answer the telephone in a courteous and professional manner, accurately taking messages and informing the relevant person(s).
Respond appropriately to patient concerns and questions raised escalating to the accountable registered nurse / health care professional for the patient during that shift.
To ensure areas are maintained clean and tidy, and are appropriate stocked against agreed levels, including storage areas and medical equipment.
To comply with Health and Safety Regulations and to report accidents / untoward incidents / hazards / unsafe equipment to the nurse in charge / registered practitioner immediately, utilising the incident reporting system.
Act in a courteous and helpful manner at all times ensuring practical delivery of compassionate care respecting others, including the care of deceased patients and their families.
Maintain professional carer behaviour at all times as an employee of the Trust and therefore representative of our values and beliefs including the objectives of the Trust
Work towards healthcare support workers registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council as and when this is established.
Ensure your practice is supervised by a registered nurse health care professional / who remains accountable for the delivery of care.
To attend mandatory training and such courses / lectures / in-service training, as indicated by the needs of the service and own personal development, as indicated at appraisal and within personal development plan (PDP).
To be familiar with, and comply with all appropriate Trust policies and procedures.
At all times maintain a professional image and comply with the Trusts Dress Code Policy.
At all times act in a professional manner, to uphold the reputation of the profession and the organisation.
To undertake any other duties as may be required to meet the needs of the service within the limitations of the grade for the post.
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