HCA

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking a part-time Health Care Assistant to join a dedicated team at Minehead Hospital. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a hospital environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and a passion for patient care. Responsibilities include performing clinical observations, supporting patients in their care, and ensuring their dignity and confidentiality. This position offers flexible working hours and various employee benefits, including an NHS pension and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital environment is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly, including nights and weekends.
• Proficiency in basic life support after training.

Responsibilities

• Safely use moving and handling equipment following training.
• Carry out and record clinical observations.
• Maintain accurate record keeping.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Respond appropriately to patient emergencies.
• Support patients and families during bereavement.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Moving and handling equipment

Job description

Overview

Minehead Hospital boasts state of the art facilities in a fabulous rural location. We have 19 inpatient beds set out as single rooms and two four bed bays. Each room has an ensuite and overhead hoist system. All modern facilities. We have a specially designed room for end-of-life care. We offer rehabilitation and subacute medical intervention. We are situated on the coast in beautiful West Somerset, we offer excellent staff facilities including staff dining room with a South facing balcony, large free staff car park and modern changing rooms. We are looking for a part time Health care assistant with experience of working in a hospital environment to join this established team. Development and training within this role will be offered. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly which includes nights and weekends. Applications are invited from enthusiastic, dynamic and forward-thinking professionals who have experience of working in a team. With the patient at the centre of all you do, you will require good communication skills, be assertive and provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of the ward Sister. We are confident that once you've seen what we can offer you won't want to leave - informal visits/chats always welcome. If you are ready for a new adventure, with different scenery and a committed friendly team - then you would love to work with us!, To participate in patient care to a high standard. Always be kind and respectful.

Responsibilities

• To safely use the moving and handling equipment following training and instruction.
• Carry out and record clinical observations of temperature, blood pressure and pulse, reporting findings to qualified staff.
• Maintain standards of accurate record keeping by documenting all care given in the patient\'s record as directed.
• Take appropriate precautions to always maintain confidentiality and patient dignity.
• Communicate with patients and their families or carers in a receptive and informative manner, at a pace and level that is consistent with the abilities, preference and beliefs of the individual.
• Be able to recognise improvements or adverse developments in the patient condition and report to the appropriate member of staff.
• Respond appropriately to patient emergencies by summoning qualified assistance.
• Be proficient in performing practical basic life support, after receiving appropriate training and assessment.
• Contribute to the management of anxious, upset, disruptive behaviour.
• Contribute to the care of the dying or deceased. Give support and comfort to patients and their carers at times of bereavement and loss. Liaise with relatives as appropriate.

Requirements and Environment

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer flexible working options to help you balance work and life, an NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security, a generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax, and a strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential. You will also gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.