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Healthcare Assistant - Grimsby

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Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need to be caring, communicative, organized, hands-on, and able to assist with personal care, nutrition, mobility, vital signs, and documentation while maintaining patient dignity.
  • You will provide compassionate patient care, assist with personal hygiene and nutrition, monitor vital signs, support mobility, and communicate patient condition changes to nursing staff.

Requirements

  • Caring and kind
  • Cheerful and friendly
  • Willing to be hands-on with patients – provide personal care (toileting, washing)
  • Able to follow instructions and procedures
  • A good communicator, including listening skills
  • Good at prioritising and organising
  • To maintain the highest possible standards of compassionate and professional patient centered care with particular attention to privacy and dignity.
  • Assist patients with personal care, hygiene and sanitary needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.
  • Assist in meeting patients’ nutritional needs, including non-oral nutritional and fluid intake. Ensure that patients who require assistance at mealtimes have an appropriately coloured tray to identify they need help and are assisted with eating and drinking.
  • Where identified in the plan of care, ensure that food and fluid intake and output are accurately documented on appropriate patient charts.
  • Assist in skin and pressure area care to prevent pressure ulcers developing. Under the supervision of registered nurses, ensure patients are helped to move position to prevent discomfort and / or pressure ulcers developing.
  • Assist patients with safe mobilisation according to their plan of care and where appropriate seek help from other members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Utilise appropriate moving and handling equipment to reduce the risk of injury to the patient and themselves.
  • Assist in supporting rehabilitation and therapeutic activities for patients as appropriate.
  • Assist registered nursing staff in the taking and recording of vital signs as per the patient’s plan of care.
  • Communicate any changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse / midwife in charge

Responsibilities

  • To maintain the highest possible standards of compassionate and professional patient centered care with particular attention to privacy and dignity.
  • Assist patients with personal care, hygiene and sanitary needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.
  • Assist in meeting patients’ nutritional needs, including non-oral nutritional and fluid intake. Ensure that patients who require assistance at mealtimes have an appropriately coloured tray to identify they need help and are assisted with eating and drinking.
  • Where identified in the plan of care, ensure that food and fluid intake and output are accurately documented on appropriate patient charts.
  • Assist in skin and pressure area care to prevent pressure ulcers developing. Under the supervision of registered nurses, ensure patients are helped to move position to prevent discomfort and / or pressure ulcers developing.
  • Assist patients with safe mobilisation according to their plan of care and where appropriate seek help from other members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Utilise appropriate moving and handling equipment to reduce the risk of injury to the patient and themselves.
  • Assist in supporting rehabilitation and therapeutic activities for patients as appropriate.
  • Assist registered nursing staff in the taking and recording of vital signs as per the patient’s plan of care.
  • Communicate any changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse / midwife in charge.

FAQs

What is the role of a Healthcare Assistant at Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust?

The role involves providing excellent patient care, assisting with personal care and hygiene needs, supporting nutritional intake, and helping with rehabilitation activities under the supervision of registered nursing staff.

Do I need previous healthcare experience to apply for this position?

Caring experience isn't limited to a hospital environment; transferable skills from caring for a loved one or holding an NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support are recognized.

What qualities are you looking for in a Healthcare Assistant?

We are looking for candidates who are caring, kind, cheerful, friendly, good communicators, and able to follow instructions and procedures while maintaining privacy and dignity of patients.

Is it necessary to have a formal qualification to apply?

While formal qualifications such as an NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support are beneficial, they are not strictly necessary; relevant caring experience is valued.

What types of care will I be providing to patients?

You will assist patients with personal care needs, help with mobility, support in nutritional intake, and document vital signs, all while ensuring compassionate and professional care.

Who can I contact for further details or for an informal visit?

You can contact Joanne Forward, Matron, at joanne.forward@nhs.net or by telephone at 03033 306070 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What are the working hours for this position?

The specific working hours may vary depending on the shift patterns and needs of the Acute Care Group in which you work.

Is there a possibility for career advancement in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for career development within the organization, as part of our commitment to a skilled and innovative workforce.

What are the main hospitals associated with Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust?

The main hospitals are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital, and Goole and District Hospital.

Can this role involve working as part of a multidisciplinary team?

Yes, the role involves collaborating with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care.

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust

Kindness, Courage, Respect

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust offers a range of healthcare services across Northern Lincolnshire and Goole. Their mission is to provide high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their communities. Their purpose is to deliver exceptional care through their hospitals and community services, focusing on patient-centered approaches and continuous improvement in health outcomes.