Health care assistant

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to join the BNRU ward. The role involves providing essential patient care, assisting with daily living activities, and supporting rehabilitation efforts. This position offers opportunities for career progression within a supportive NHS environment, emphasizing diversity and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

NHS discount schemes

Health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Experience in patient care activities.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities.
• Strong communication skills for emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Monitor and record vital signs.
• Provide emotional support to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Emotional support

Monitoring vital signs

Job description

Job Description

The post holder will carry out assigned tasks, including patient care activities such as assisting with activities of daily living and supporting patients with their rehabilitation exercises under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This role is essential in providing patient care and supporting the healthcare team on the BNRU ward. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with daily living activities (e.g., bathing, dressing, eating)
• Monitoring and recording vital signs
• Helping with mobility and exercises
• Providing emotional support to patients
• Assisting with medical procedures under supervision

Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. Alongside NHS benefits such as generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. We also provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Our Values and Diversity

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. We are committed to increasing diversity at all levels within the trust, believing a diverse workforce positively impacts staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.

We welcome applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and care-experienced candidates. We are proud to have achieved the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. For guidance or assistance, contact [e-mail].

We make employment decisions based on skills and experience, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

Contact for Further Details

For informal visits or further information, contact:

• Name: Theodora Ashiangmor
• Job Title: Ward Sister
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]