Healthcare Assistant - Adult Mental Health Inpatients inWorcester inWorcester PUBLISHED FRI 8 NOV 2024

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

INTENSIVE CARE UNIT MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS ROLE MODEL

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust rwvAQdcN

The Healthcare Assistant position in Adult Mental Health Inpatients at the Hadley Unit, part of the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, involves providing high-level patient care in a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) located in Worcester. This role requires active collaboration with nursing staff, management, and multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring quality and safety while promoting patient wellbeing. Candidates should be motivated, enthusiastic, and able to communicate effectively, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage time and work autonomously.

The position emphasises the organisation's core values of caring, ambition, responsiveness, empowerment, and support. Responsibilities include risk assessment, liaising with various healthcare services, and acting as a role model to ensure that patient care standards are upheld at all times. For more information or to schedule a visit, interested candidates can contact the Ward Manager directly.

Are you motivated, enthusiastic and want to make a real difference?

The Hadley Unit sits in our Inpatient pathway and is the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) that covers the county of Worcestershire. It sits alongside the Assessment ward, the Treatment Ward, and two Rehabilitation units within the pathway.

Hadley Unit is a 9 bed mixed gender treatment ward that is situated in Worcester. The Hadley Unit is a referral-based service; we can accept referrals from a number of sources including the community, acute wards and patients detained by the Ministry of Justice. As one of the Health Care Assistants on the ward you will work closely with the wards Staff Nurses and the management and medical team.

Part of your role is to ensure patient care is of the highest standards, you act as a role model at all times and use your initiative to maintain quality and safety.

As an organisation we live by and pride ourselves by our organisational values, which are that we are Caring Ambitious Responsive Empowering Supportive.

If you would like more information, or to arrange a visit, please contact Sarah-Lynne Bacon, Ward Manager on .

The ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels

An enthusiastic, motivated and innovative thinker to become part of the inpatient team

The ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively

Excellent communication and inter-personal skills along with a flexible and responsive approach

Close working with all members of the Multi-disciplinary Team

Assessment and Management of risk

Liaising with other services such as, neighbouring wards, community mental health team, home treatment team, inpatient pathway team, social care, Mental Health Liaison Team and the Acute Trust

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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:

Essential Skills:

1. Communication Skills:

- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.

2. Empathy and Compassion:

- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.

- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.

3. Basic Clinical Skills:

- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.

- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).

- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.

4. Teamwork:

- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

- Being a supportive team player.

5. Time Management:

- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.

6. Attention to Detail:

- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.

- Paying close attention to patient safety.

7. Problem Solving Skills:

- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.

- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.

8. Physical Stamina:

- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.

- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.

Personal Qualities:

- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.

- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.

- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.

- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.

Training and Qualifications:

While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.

Experience:

Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.

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Healthcare Assistant - Adult Mental Health Inpatients inWorcester inWorcester PUBLISHED FRI 8 NOV 2024

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust rwvAQdcN

About us For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

About us
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.