Band 3 Fracture & Orthopaedic Senior Nursing Assistant

Western Health and Social Care Trust; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Health and Social Care Trust in Londonderry is seeking a Senior Nursing Assistant (Band 3) to join the Trauma & Orthopaedics team at Altnagelvin Hospital. The role involves direct patient care, supporting registered nurses and care teams, and assisting with daily living activities in an outpatient trauma/orthopaedic setting.

The post holder will uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards, participate in training, and contribute to high-quality care within a supportive

Qualifications

• Hold RQF Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Practice (Northern Ireland) or an equivalent qualification.
• Hold RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Northern Ireland).
• Hold RQF Level 3 Certificate in Healthcare Support Practice (Northern Ireland) and 1 year experience delivering direct care.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified nursing staff in delivering high quality nursing care.
• Undertake clinical duties with patients ensuring safety, comfort and dignity.
• Carry out duties under direction of a qualified nurse to ensure high standard of care.
• Support patients during and after activities.
• Maintain accurate nursing records and confidentiality.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to take instruction

Knowledge of role and responsibilities

Health and safety

Infection Control

Confidentiality

Clinical Risk Management

Education

RQF Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Practice (NI)

RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Northern Ireland)

Job description

Western Health and Social Care Trust in Londonderry is seeking a Senior Nursing Assistant (Band 3) to join the Trauma & Orthopaedics team at Altnagelvin Hospital. The role involves direct patient care, supporting registered nurses and care teams, and assisting with daily living activities in an outpatient trauma/orthopaedic setting.

The post holder will uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards, participate in training, and contribute to high-quality care within a supportive