Health Care Assistant

Train Work Live; Denbigh Green; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a motivated individual to join our Community Hospital Team to provide skilled, clinical and effective care at Famau Ward Denbigh Infirmary, a 23-bedded ward delivering rehabilitation and end-of-life care.

You will support the trained nurse and other health care professionals in delivering the highest standard of patient-focused care, with Welsh language ability considered beneficial and applications welcome in Welsh or

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

• 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.

Skills

Speak Welsh

Education

Level 2 NVQ or willing to work towards this

Job description

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.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

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. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

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.

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.

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

Person specification

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

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.