FAQs
What is the work schedule for the Healthcare Assistant position on Oak Ward?
The Healthcare Assistant position is full-time, requiring 37.5 hours per week, which includes long days, nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
What qualifications or experience are needed to apply for this role?
The job description does not specify required qualifications, but a general interest in working with patients and the ability to assist with their activities of daily living is essential.
Who will the Healthcare Assistant be working under?
The Healthcare Assistant will work under the direct supervision of Registered Nursing Staff as part of the multidisciplinary ward/departmental team.
What type of patient care duties will the Healthcare Assistant perform?
The Healthcare Assistant will perform fundamental patient care tasks including hygiene needs, mobility assistance, nutrition, maintaining a safe environment, communication, elimination, assessments, monitoring, and recording of vital signs.
Is training provided for new Healthcare Assistants?
The job description does not explicitly mention training, but new Healthcare Assistants will work closely with Registered Nurses and Nursing Associates who will supervise and delegate tasks.
What is the focus of care provided by the Healthcare Assistant?
The focus is on rehabilitation and emotional support for both patients and their families, while also addressing their physical, psychological, and social needs.
How does the organization support diversity and inclusion?
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust has initiatives aimed at improving representation and support for staff with disabilities, from diverse backgrounds, and for those identifying as LGBTQ+, along with training to enhance EDI literacy across the organization.
Who can I contact for more information about the Healthcare Assistant role?
For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Usmani Chabani, Ward Sister, at the email address u.chabani@nhs.net or by phone at 07818523899.