The role of "Bank - Inpatient Healthcare Assistant" at NELFT North East London Foundation Trust involves providing nursing care under the supervision of trained staff, assisting with the care of patients in intermediate and primary care services. Candidates must possess an NHS Care Certificate or be second-year student nurses. Key responsibilities include offering support for daily living and self-care, monitoring patients for signs of relapse, modifying care interventions based on assessments, and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment to prevent infection.
Additionally, the role requires effective communication with patients using empathy and reassurance, along with managing challenging situations involving distressed individuals. Healthcare Assistants are expected to operate independently at times while always having access to guidance from registered nurses or senior staff. Overall, the position emphasises patient support, safety, and adherence to infection control protocols.
Additionally, the role requires effective communication with patients using empathy and reassurance, along with managing challenging situations involving distressed individuals. Healthcare Assistants are expected to operate independently at times while always having access to guidance from registered nurses or senior staff. Overall, the position emphasises patient support, safety, and adherence to infection control protocols.
The post holder will provide nursing care under the direction of a trained member of staff and assist in the care of clients allocated to them and will be expected to report changes appropriately using basic assessment tools in order to meet the needs for patients requiring the intermediate and primary care services.
Please note that you must have an NHS Care Certificate or be second year or above student nurse, in order to be considered for this position.
Main duties of this post include but are not limited to:
- Work alone at times in the clinical environment and in the community, under the direction of the registered nurse/Senior STR worker and always with access to support and supervision.
- Modify intervention as needed depending on risk assessment, the situation and own skills and knowledge. Refer back to the registered nurse/Senior STR Worker for support and advice ensuring that they are aware of any modifications made.
- Support patients by identifying early signs of relapse and alert appropriate staff involved in the patients care.
- Provide support with regards to daily living, including self-care.
- Inform patients of facts using empathy, understanding and reassurance, adjusting communication style to the needs of the patient. This includes promoting and upholding the rights and diversity of individuals.
- Deal calmly and professionally with direct/indirect exposure to angry or distressed patients or highly distressing or emotional information (e.g. complaints and serious incidents) about services and staff performance.
- Demonstrate, and instruct, on the use of equipment to ensure safety.
- Minimise the risk of spreading infection by cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining environments. Perform hand hygiene and use personal protective equipment to prevent the spread of infection
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If you have any questions regarding the post, please contact temporary staffing recruitment option 1, option 1
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To work in a bank in the UK, there are several key skills and qualifications that can enhance your employability and effectiveness in various roles within the banking sector. Here’s a list of some essential skills:
1. Numeracy Skills: Strong mathematical skills are crucial for tasks involving calculations, financial analysis, and data interpretation.
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Qualifications
In addition to skills, relevant qualifications can also enhance your candidacy for banking roles:
- Educational Background: A degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field is often preferred, although not always required for entry-level positions.
- Certifications: Obtaining certifications such as those offered by the Chartered Banker Institute or the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) can demonstrate your professionalism and understanding of banking principles.
- Experience: Prior experience in customer service or finance roles can be beneficial. Internships or work placements in financial institutions can provide valuable insights and connections.
Career-Specific Skills
Depending on the specific banking role you are interested in (e.g., retail banking, investment banking, wealth management, compliance, etc.), you may need additional specialized skills or knowledge related to that field.
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