Health Care Support Worker University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is hiring Band 3 Health Care Assistants for the Neuro Enhanced Care Unit. The role involves providing high-quality patient care, supporting clinical tasks, and ensuring adherence to Trust policies in a supportive environment focused on learning and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Ability to perform clinical tasks after training.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Support team members and manage daily workload.
• Communicate patient interactions to healthcare practitioners.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Neuro Enhanced Care Unit

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking dedicated Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join the Neuro Enhanced Care Unit on Ward 43.

About the Unit: NECU primarily cares for elective and emergency Neurosurgical patients, as well as supporting patients from the Trauma and Neuro Group requiring enhanced observations.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring high-quality patient care.
2. Support less experienced team members and adhere to Trust Policies.
3. Communicate patient interactions and observations to healthcare practitioners.
4. Perform clinical tasks such as cannulation and venepuncture following training.
5. Organise daily workload, including equipment management.
6. Set up and maintain clinics, ensuring they are well stocked.

Additional responsibilities include managing stock, completing documentation accurately, supporting clinical events, maintaining hygiene standards, and participating in team meetings and service development.

We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for learning and development, committed to diversity, equality, and high standards of patient care.

Application Process: Please apply promptly as the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. The closing date is Thursday, 5 June 2025.