Health Care Assistant

Nurses UK; Launceston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agency pay rates

Flexible shifts

Weekly payments

Transport allowance

Blue Light Card

Employee of the Month

Refer a Friend

Annual training

Job summary

Nurses UK is seeking compassionate Health Care Assistants to join our dedicated team, providing exceptional care to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. You will work flexibly with shift patterns and be part of a supportive, professional environment.

We offer competitive hourly pay, weekly payments, and opportunities for training and career development. Join our elite HCAs and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or caregiving preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient-focused attitude with a strong sense of empathy.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, evenings, and nights as required.
• Willingness to undergo relevant background checks and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients including assistance with hygiene, dressing, eating, and mobility.
• Support patients emotionally and physically, ensuring comfort and dignity at all times.
• Observe and report changes in patients' condition to nursing staff promptly.
• Assist with implementing care plans as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the care environment.
• Offer companionship and provide emotional support to patients and their families.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathy

Flexible schedule

Compassionate care

Background checks readiness

Job description

Become a Health Care Assistant at Nurses UK!

Nurses UK is seeking compassionate and committed Health Care Assistants to join our dedicated team, providing exceptional care to patients across various healthcare settings.

Pay rate: £14.24 - £15.00 per hour

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and professional environment where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients including assistance with hygiene, dressing, eating, and mobility.
• Support patients emotionally and physically, ensuring comfort and dignity at all times.
• Observe and report changes in patients' condition to nursing staff promptly.
• Assist with implementing care plans as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the care environment.
• Offer companionship and provide emotional support to patients and their families.

Requirements

• Experience in a healthcare or caregiving role is preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient-focused attitude with a strong sense of empathy.
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends, evenings, and nights as required.
• Willingness to undergo relevant background checks and training.

Benefits

• Outstanding Rates of Pay as an Agency
• Flexible Working: flexible shifts, Days/Nights, Weekdays/Weekends, Full or Part-time
• LOTS of work to choose from! Weekly Rotas & Advanced Bookings Available!
• Weekly Payments
• Transport allowance
• Be part of an elite team of HCAs
• Specialist FREE Annual Training
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee of the Month Prizes