Community Healthcare Assistant - Adult Community Nursing

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS community provider in Bognor Regis is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant. This role involves delivering high-quality care within the community, conducting non-complex clinical procedures, and collaborating with multi-professional teams. Applicants should be passionate about patient care, with opportunities for developing clinical skills through training. The organization promotes a compassionate culture and offers flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Flexible working options

Positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering high-quality care within a community setting.
• Willingness to undertake training and education to progress clinical skills.
• Experience in community healthcare is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake non-complex clinical procedures under senior guidance.
• Empower patients to regain health and independence.
• Maintain accurate records as per Trust policy.
• Liaise with clients and professionals for quality care.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

"We are looking to recruit dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who has a passion for delivering high quality care within a community setting. They will be working within the Primary Care Network (PCN) Regis Central, covering the Central Bognor Regis area."

To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, Catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task.

Responsibilities

• To undertake non-complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members, e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub-cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies, and to recognise responsibility and accountability in accepting delegated tasks.
• Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the multi-professional team.
• Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals to ensure integrated quality care is provided.
• To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy.
• To escalate and report patient progress/status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members.
• To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs.
• To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs.
• To respond effectively and actively to complaints and escalate appropriately following departmental policies.
• To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process.
• To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs, and ensuring anti-discriminatory practices are demonstrated.

Qualifications and Experience

This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for a career within healthcare, or an existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who wants to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within the community. Community and healthcare experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be given to develop the skills and knowledge required for this role such as insulin administration, wound care, completing observations, catheter care and venepuncture.

Other Information

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

About Us

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why Work for Us

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing.
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex.
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement.
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities.
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton.
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief network.
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust.
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast.

Our Values

Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence – guide everything we do.