The Healthcare Assistant will assist in patient care under the guidance of a nurse, engage in quality improvement initiatives, and contribute positively to the care environment for individuals with mental health challenges. The position emphasises professional development and a compassionate approach to meeting the needs of patients and their families.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to work on Minster Ward. The position is for a full time HCA.
Minster Ward is an 18 bedded male acute ward. The ward actively encourages development and training opportunities and encourage the role within this progressing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
To improve the lives of males with mental ill health by minimising the impact of their condition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery.
To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their carers.To assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the nurse in charge of the ward, undertaking duties and activities with limited or indirect supervision.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health.
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