Healthcare Assistant

Bluelight Healthcare; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Eastbourne is looking for a compassionate individual to assist patients with personal care and mobility needs. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, supporting emotional well-being, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in personal care and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Ability to monitor and report vital signs accurately.
• Strong interpersonal skills for providing emotional support to patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care needs.
• Support patients with mobility and physical assistance.
• Monitor and document vital signs.

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
• Support patients with mobility and physical assistance, including repositioning and use of mobility aids.
• Monitor and record vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) and report abnormalities to the nursing team.
• Assist with feeding patients who need help, and document food and fluid intake accurately.
• Support registered nurses with clinical tasks where appropriate (e.g., specimen collection, simple wound care).
• Observe and report any changes in a patient\'s physical or emotional condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control procedures.
• Accurately document care provided in patient records or care plans.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient transfers.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, respecting their dignity and individual needs.
• Help maintain stock levels of medical supplies and ensure equipment is cleaned and stored correctly.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and mandatory updates