Health Care Assistant

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A large health organization in Wales is looking for a motivated individual to join their Community Hospital Team. The role involves supporting trained nurses and delivering high-quality, patient-focused care. Responsibilities include assisting with patient hygiene, preparing the ward for new patients, and participating in mealtime support. Candidates are encouraged to apply in either Welsh or English, promoting a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Desirable to speak Welsh.
• Ability to maintain patient dignity and equality.
• Relevant training in healthcare practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the trained nurse and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in delivering holistic patient care.
• Prepare the clinical area for new patients.

Skills

Patient-focused care

Communication skills

Hygiene support

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join our Community Hospital Team to provide skilled, clinical and effective care.

Menlli Ward has 27 beds supported by a multi-disciplinary team.

We aim to improve the quality of the fundamental aspects of health and social care for people who are acutely or chronically ill, frail or disabled.

Responsibilities

• Support the trained nurse and other health care professionals with the delivery of the highest standard of patient‑focused care.
• Assist the registered nurse/practitioner to deliver a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patient’s dignity and equality is maintained at all times.
• Ensure the principles set out in the fundamentals of care are incorporated into daily practice to provide high‑quality service to patients and clients.
• Assist patients to maintain their own hygiene and personal appearance.
• Perform duties within the plan of care delegated by a qualified practitioner for which you have the relevant training and assessment.
• Prepare the ward/clinical area for receiving patients by ensuring the area is generally clean and tidy, assist in maintaining the standards in the clinical area and report any untidiness or clutter to the appropriate person.
• Assist in the admission of new patients into the department by preparing the bed/trolley area, welcoming patients, directing them to bed or other area, and showing them around the ward.
• Complete patient menu cards involving patients in the process, taking into account any dietary instructions as identified by a qualified nurse.
• Participate in protected mealtimes for patients by ensuring they receive their meals and beverages in a timely and safe manner, ensuring hands are washed and the environment is conducive to mealtimes (e.g., preparing the bed area).

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

About Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales is 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.

We value engaged leadership at all levels and are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

We employ the “Proud to Lead” competence framework in line with our Organisational Values.

Application

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