Health Care Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Denbigh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board invites applications for a role in the Famau Ward Denbigh Infirmary. You will assist nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a 23-bed unit providing rehabilitation and end-of-life care.

The post supports the delivery of care under supervision, offers opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary team, and encourages development through Welsh/English language proficiency and induction requirements.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ or willing to work towards this and completion within the first 12 months of being in post.
• Completion of all Wales Induction Framework.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses/practitioners in delivering person-centred care.
• Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan under supervision.
• Support clients in maintaining their health and wellbeing.
• Undertake delegated clinical and therapeutic activities as directed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Welsh language

Education

Level 2 NVQ

Wales Induction Framework

Job description

An Opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our Community Hospital Team to provide skilled, clinical and effective care. Famau Ward Denbigh Infirmary is a 23 beded ward which provides rehabilitaion and end of life care.

The post holder will support the trained nurse and other health care professionals in the delivery of the highest standard of patient focused care.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers.

Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a registered nurse for the period of the shift.

Supporting clients/service users in maintaining their health and wellbeing;

Undertaking specified and delegated clinical and therapeutic activities.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ or willing to work towards this and completion within the first 12 months of being in post
• Completion of all Wales Induction Framework

Experience

• Experience of dealing with the public within a health or care environment
• Previous clinical experience

Aptitude and Abilities

• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging circumstances
• Able to clearly document written information
• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

• Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
• Demonstrate a commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values

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.