Health Care Assistant

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

Job summary

Famau Ward Denbigh Infirmary is a 23-bed ward providing rehabilitation and end-of-life care. A position has arisen for a motivated individual to join our Community Hospital Team to support skilled clinical care and deliver patient-focused services.

You will assist registered nurses, work in partnership with other health professionals, and contribute to high-quality care. Welsh-speaking ability is desirable, with applications welcome in Welsh or English.

Qualifications

• Level 2 NVQ or equivalent, with completion within the first 12 months.
• Welsh language ability is desirable.
• Experience of dealing with the public in health or care environments.
• Ability to document written information clearly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses to deliver patient care under supervision.
• Deliver care as documented in the nursing care plan.
• Support patients and carers in maintaining health and wellbeing.
• Undertake delegated clinical and therapeutic activities.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Public interaction

Documentation

Calm under pressure

Welsh language

Education

Level 2 NVQ

All Wales Induction Framework

Job description

Job Overview

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.

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.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

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

Desirable criteria

• Completion of all Wales Induction Framework

Experience

Essential criteria

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

Desirable criteria

• Previous clinical experience

Aptitude And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging circumstances


• Able to clearly document written information

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential Criteria

• 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