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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support the Registered Nurses on our Children's ward and Paediatric Assessment Unit.
You will possess excellent communication skills, a willingness to learn both clinical and clerical duties to provide the necessary support for nursing and medical colleagues to the highest standards of care.
The role is focused on delivering high quality care whilst ensuring a comfortable and safe environment for the patient and their family.
You will be supported by a Senior Ward Sister, Clinical Matron and Head of Nursing for your development.
This vacancy is linked to a level 2 apprenticeship. This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. Working alongside the Trust’s experienced staff you will be supported to gain the apprenticeship qualification and functional skills in maths and English if required. This is a great opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health.
You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar qualification.
Main duties of the job
Purpose Of Job
- To provide supervised clinical and administrative support to the nursing and medical staff who will be providing high standards of patient care.
- To contribute towards the effective running of the department by performing a range of clinical and administration tasks.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.
As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.
We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.
Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.
We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
:
- To ensure that all patients and other members of the public and staff are treated in a polite and considerate manner and receive prompt attention when required.
- To ensure that any telephone messages or enquiries are conveyed and dealt with in a timely and clear manner.
- To fulfill administration duties as required.
- To ensure that all assigned duties both clinical and non clinical are carried out efficiently and effectively.
- To use the various hospital IT systems in order to assist the nursing and medical staff.
- To act as a chaperone, and assist the nursing and medical staff with any investigations or procedures.
- At all times to be aware of the limits of your own levels of competence and at no time attempt tasks above and beyond their abilities and to work within the limits set by departmental policies.
- To comply with Trust Infection Control Policies at all times.
- To be aware of hospital policy regarding patient confidentiality and to respect patient’s rights and dignity at all times.
- To actively adhere to hospital policy regarding incident reporting.
- To be aware of the complaints procedure.
- To be cost effective in the use of equipment and resources, to ensure equipment is in good working order, stored correctly and ready for immediate use.
- Maintain accurate, up to date records of all contact with patients and their carers.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) level
- Good keyboard skills
- Willing to undertake training appropriate for the role
- Knowledge of hospital computer systems
Essential criteria
- Sound written English and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of personnel within the organisation
- Able to work with team and independently
- Courteous and polite
- Good administration and organisational skills
- Phlebotomy and Cannulation Skills
Essential criteria
- Care Assistant or Housekeeper experience, in acute hospital setting
- Customer care experience
We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in health & wellbeing, delivering excellence for our communities.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patien
Job Overview
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support the Registered Nurses on our Children's ward and Paediatric Assessment Unit.
You will possess excellent communication skills, a willingness to learn both clinical and clerical duties to provide the necessary support for nursing and medical colleagues to the highest standards of care.
The role is focused on delivering high quality care whilst ensuring a comfortable and safe environment for the patient and their family.
You will be supported by a Senior Ward Sister, Clinical Matron and Head of Nursing for your development.
This vacancy is linked to a level 2 apprenticeship. This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. Working alongside the Trust’s experienced staff you will be supported to gain the apprenticeship qualification and functional skills in maths and English if required. This is a great opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health.
You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar qualification.
Main duties of the job
Purpose Of Job
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.
As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.
We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.
Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.
We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
:
Qualifications
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in health & wellbeing, delivering excellence for our communities.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patien
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support the Registered Nurses on our Children's ward and Paediatric Assessment Unit.
You will possess excellent communication skills, a willingness to learn both clinical and clerical duties to provide the necessary support for nursing and medical colleagues to the highest standards of care.
The role is focused on delivering high quality care whilst ensuring a comfortable and safe environment for the patient and their family.
You will be supported by a Senior Ward Sister, Clinical Matron and Head of Nursing for your development.
This vacancy is linked to a level 2 apprenticeship. This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. Working alongside the Trust’s experienced staff you will be supported to gain the apprenticeship qualification and functional skills in maths and English if required. This is a great opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health.
You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar qualification.
Main duties of the job
Purpose Of Job
- To provide supervised clinical and administrative support to the nursing and medical staff who will be providing high standards of patient care.
- To contribute towards the effective running of the department by performing a range of clinical and administration tasks.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.
As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.
We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.
Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.
We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
:
- To ensure that all patients and other members of the public and staff are treated in a polite and considerate manner and receive prompt attention when required.
- To ensure that any telephone messages or enquiries are conveyed and dealt with in a timely and clear manner.
- To fulfill administration duties as required.
- To ensure that all assigned duties both clinical and non clinical are carried out efficiently and effectively.
- To use the various hospital IT systems in order to assist the nursing and medical staff.
- To act as a chaperone, and assist the nursing and medical staff with any investigations or procedures.
- At all times to be aware of the limits of your own levels of competence and at no time attempt tasks above and beyond their abilities and to work within the limits set by departmental policies.
- To comply with Trust Infection Control Policies at all times.
- To be aware of hospital policy regarding patient confidentiality and to respect patient’s rights and dignity at all times.
- To actively adhere to hospital policy regarding incident reporting.
- To be aware of the complaints procedure.
- To be cost effective in the use of equipment and resources, to ensure equipment is in good working order, stored correctly and ready for immediate use.
- Maintain accurate, up to date records of all contact with patients and their carers.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) level
- Good keyboard skills
- Willing to undertake training appropriate for the role
- Knowledge of hospital computer systems
Essential criteria
- Sound written English and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate verbally with all levels of personnel within the organisation
- Able to work with team and independently
- Courteous and polite
- Good administration and organisational skills
- Phlebotomy and Cannulation Skills
Essential criteria
- Care Assistant or Housekeeper experience, in acute hospital setting
- Customer care experience
We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in health & wellbeing, delivering excellence for our communities.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patien
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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