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An Excellent Opportunity Has Arisen For a Band 3 Health Care Assistant To Join Our Team.
Millom Community Hospital is a 9 bedded in-patient unit which provides a high standard of care to patients requiring rehabilitation or End of Life care. The Community Hospital has a team of knowledgeable and dedicated staff that provide care and support based on patient need to local patients and those from surrounding areas.The unit works around the clock based on a early, late and nightshift pattern to ensure continuous care is provided in a safe and effective environment.
An Excellent Opportunity Has Arisen For a Band 3 Health Care Assistant To Join Our Team. The Post Is a 30 Permanent Contract Consisting Of Rotational Shifts As Follows
Early: 07:00am - 15:00
Late: 12:00 to 20:00
Nightshift: 19:30- 07:30
The hospital provides 24 hour care for in-patients.
The successful candidate will be welcomed as part of the team and will be supported by all staff during the induction period implemented on recruitment.
Training will be given to the successful candidate, however, there will be an expectation that the applicant will have previous experience in a care setting and will be willing to undertake further training and education.
The successful candidate should ideally be honest, flexible and importantly reliable.
If you are applying from out of the area, please note that relocation is essential as this post is based in Millom, Cumbria.
The main role of the health care assistant is to provide a very high standard of care to each individual based on patient needs.
The role of the health care assistant involves supporting the qualified nurse in her role, this will include carrying out all activities of daily living with patient and reporting to the nurse any findings, assisting with dressings and wound care, using good moving and handling techniques to ensure a high standard of pressure care is given and to use the IT system to accurately document patient care and concerns.
These are a few of the expectations of the successful candidate, the job description outlines this more clearly.
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Andrea Armstrong Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
In the absence of the ward manager, Julie O Brien Junior sister will be contactable on .
Millom Community Hospital is a 9 bedded in-patient unit which provides a high standard of care to patients requiring rehabilitation or End of Life care. The Community Hospital has a team of knowledgeable and dedicated staff that provide care and support based on patient need to local patients and those from surrounding areas.
The unit works around the clock based on a early, late and nightshift pattern to ensure continuous care is provided in a safe and effective environment.
An Excellent Opportunity Has Arisen For a Band 3 Health Care Assistant To Join Our Team. The Post Is a 30 Permanent Contract Consisting Of Rotational Shifts As Follows
Early: 07:00am - 15:00
Late: 12:00 to 20:00
Nightshift: 19:30- 07:30
The hospital provides 24 hour care for in-patients.
The successful candidate will be welcomed as part of the team and will be supported by all staff during the induction period implemented on recruitment.
Training will be given to the successful candidate, however, there will be an expectation that the applicant will have previous experience in a care setting and will be willing to undertake further training and education.
The successful candidate should ideally be honest, flexible and importantly reliable.
If you are applying from out of the area, please note that relocation is essential as this post is based in Millom, Cumbria.
The main role of the health care assistant is to provide a very high standard of care to each individual based on patient needs.
The role of the health care assistant involves supporting the qualified nurse in her role, this will include carrying out all activities of daily living with patient and reporting to the nurse any findings, assisting with dressings and wound care, using good moving and handling techniques to ensure a high standard of pressure care is given and to use the IT system to accurately document patient care and concerns.
These are a few of the expectations of the successful candidate, the job description outlines this more clearly.
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Andrea Armstrong Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
In the absence of the ward manager, Julie O Brien Junior sister will be contactable on .
The unit works around the clock based on a early, late and nightshift pattern to ensure continuous care is provided in a safe and effective environment.
An Excellent Opportunity Has Arisen For a Band 3 Health Care Assistant To Join Our Team. The Post Is a 30 Permanent Contract Consisting Of Rotational Shifts As Follows
Early: 07:00am - 15:00
Late: 12:00 to 20:00
Nightshift: 19:30- 07:30
The hospital provides 24 hour care for in-patients.
The successful candidate will be welcomed as part of the team and will be supported by all staff during the induction period implemented on recruitment.
Training will be given to the successful candidate, however, there will be an expectation that the applicant will have previous experience in a care setting and will be willing to undertake further training and education.
The successful candidate should ideally be honest, flexible and importantly reliable.
If you are applying from out of the area, please note that relocation is essential as this post is based in Millom, Cumbria.
The main role of the health care assistant is to provide a very high standard of care to each individual based on patient needs.
The role of the health care assistant involves supporting the qualified nurse in her role, this will include carrying out all activities of daily living with patient and reporting to the nurse any findings, assisting with dressings and wound care, using good moving and handling techniques to ensure a high standard of pressure care is given and to use the IT system to accurately document patient care and concerns.
These are a few of the expectations of the successful candidate, the job description outlines this more clearly.
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Andrea Armstrong Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
In the absence of the ward manager, Julie O Brien Junior sister will be contactable on .
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1. Can you describe your previous experience in a healthcare setting? What specific roles have you held?
2. How do you stay updated on best practices and changes in healthcare procedures?
3. What attracted you to apply for the Health Care Assistant position at Millom Community Hospital?
4. What do you believe are the most important qualities for a Health Care Assistant in a rehabilitation and end-of-life care setting?
5. Can you explain what a typical shift might look like for you as a Health Care Assistant?
6. How would you prioritize your tasks during a busy shift?
7. How do you ensure that you provide a high standard of patient care? Can you give an example from your past experience?
8. What techniques do you use to support patients with activities of daily living?
9. How do you handle difficult situations with patients, such as refusing care or expressing distress?
10. Describe a time when you worked as part of a healthcare team. What was your role and how did you contribute?
11. How do you communicate effectively with qualified nurses and other healthcare professionals?
12. What steps do you take if you notice a change in a patient’s condition that requires the attention of a nurse?
13. What areas of training are you most interested in pursuing as you grow in this role?
14. How do you ensure you are using good moving and handling techniques? Can you discuss any relevant training you have received?
15. Given that this position requires rotational shifts, how do you manage your schedule to accommodate early, late, and night shifts?
16. Can you provide an example of a time when you demonstrated reliability and flexibility in your previous roles?
17. If a patient expressed that they were experiencing pain or discomfort, what steps would you take to address their concerns?
18. Imagine you are on a night shift, and there are various tasks that need attention while you also have a patient who requires immediate assistance. How would you handle this situation?
19. How do you ensure patient confidentiality in your daily work?
20. What measures would you take to maintain a safe environment for patients under your care?
21. What motivates you to work in the healthcare sector, particularly in a role that encompasses rehabilitation and end-of-life care?
22. How do you deal with the emotional aspects of working in a healthcare setting that includes end-of-life care?
1. Can you describe your previous experience in a healthcare setting? What specific roles have you held?
2. How do you stay updated on best practices and changes in healthcare procedures?
3. What attracted you to apply for the Health Care Assistant position at Millom Community Hospital?
4. What do you believe are the most important qualities for a Health Care Assistant in a rehabilitation and end-of-life care setting?
5. Can you explain what a typical shift might look like for you as a Health Care Assistant?
6. How would you prioritize your tasks during a busy shift?
7. How do you ensure that you provide a high standard of patient care? Can you give an example from your past experience?
8. What techniques do you use to support patients with activities of daily living?
9. How do you handle difficult situations with patients, such as refusing care or expressing distress?
10. Describe a time when you worked as part of a healthcare team. What was your role and how did you contribute?
11. How do you communicate effectively with qualified nurses and other healthcare professionals?
12. What steps do you take if you notice a change in a patient’s condition that requires the attention of a nurse?
13. What areas of training are you most interested in pursuing as you grow in this role?
14. How do you ensure you are using good moving and handling techniques? Can you discuss any relevant training you have received?
15. Given that this position requires rotational shifts, how do you manage your schedule to accommodate early, late, and night shifts?
16. Can you provide an example of a time when you demonstrated reliability and flexibility in your previous roles?
17. If a patient expressed that they were experiencing pain or discomfort, what steps would you take to address their concerns?
18. Imagine you are on a night shift, and there are various tasks that need attention while you also have a patient who requires immediate assistance. How would you handle this situation?
19. How do you ensure patient confidentiality in your daily work?
20. What measures would you take to maintain a safe environment for patients under your care?
21. What motivates you to work in the healthcare sector, particularly in a role that encompasses rehabilitation and end-of-life care?
22. How do you deal with the emotional aspects of working in a healthcare setting that includes end-of-life care?
Useful skills for a Health Care Assistant:
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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