HCA Band 3 - Holly Suite

IPC Asia Pacific; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK is seeking a clinical support worker to assist with patient care under the supervision of registered health professionals. The role involves undertaking clinical duties, performing patient observations, and supporting nursing care delivery in a reputable healthcare setting. Ideal candidates will have relevant skills, such as effective communication and clinical competency, in order to enhance the quality of their healthcare service.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the Care Certificate.
• Competency in venepuncture and cannula insertion required.
• Proficiency in recording clinical sign observations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in nursing assessments and planning patient care.
• Conduct patient observations including vital signs.
• Participate in the evaluation of patient care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic IT skills

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assist in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

Undertake general patient observations inc temp, pulse , blood pressure, Oxygen saturation levels, as per NICE Guidelines, recording general appearance fluid balance, and report anything untoward to the registered health professional

Under supervision of the registered health professional , undertake a range of clinical duties and skills (including insertion and removal of venous cannula, removal of urinary catheters, undertaking simple dry dressings using an aseptic technique, venepuncture, collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing, preparation and assistance in clinical procedures, urinary catheter etc), undertake the recordings of ECG Participate in the evaluation of care and completion of patient documents.

Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations. calmly.

Undertake transfer and escort of patients as identified by the supervising registered health professional depending on the patientsdependency, as directed to Theatres, Catheter Labs and other Clinical Department for investigations

Undertake safe disposal of waste and sharps as per Trust policy

Care of patient's property and valuables in accordance with Trust policy

Support the role of ward clerk / patient liaison clerk

About Us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/

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Details

Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,939 to £26,599 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

410-MED-7276813

Job locations

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3PE

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Under direct supervision ofthe registered health professional, work independently with the health care team to provide clinical care for a defined caseload of patients participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, inc all aspects of nursing care

Participate in the assessment of health care needs through the completion and interpretation of assessment tools documentation.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Under direct supervision ofthe registered health professional, work independently with the health care team to provide clinical care for a defined caseload of patients participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, inc all aspects of nursing care

Participate in the assessment of health care needs through the completion and interpretation of assessment tools documentation.

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications & Education

• Successful completion of the Care Certificate
• Be competent in venepuncture
• Be competent in cannula insertion
• Be competent in the recordings for ECG
• Be competent in the recording of clinical sign observations
• Demonstrate proficiency in numeracy and literacy skills at level 2 or above
  
  

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience in a healthcare environment / life experience
  
  

Essential

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
• Be competent in the delivery of care as directed by the registered health professional
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting
• Basic IT skills in E mail- EPR recordings.
  
  

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Inclusive
• Making a Difference
• Patient centred.
• Continuous Improvement
• Teamwork
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Inclusive
• Making a Difference
• Patient centred.
• Continuous Improvement
• Teamwork
  
  

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3PE

Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Address

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

L14 3PE

Employer's website

https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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