Healthcare Assistant

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to deliver high-quality nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role requires enthusiastic and compassionate individuals, preferably with prior experience, to work well in teams and participate in training. Full-time commitment is essential, and candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, dynamic, and caring individuals needed.
• Previous experience in a healthcare role is preferred.
• Willingness to participate in clinical training and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality nursing care to patients as part of a team.
• Maintain own practice and accountability for care delivered.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with patients and colleagues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Job description

Overview

Working under the direct supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse who delegates tasks to the post holder. The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will deliver high quality nursing care to patients, as part of a team. The post holder is responsible for their own practice, working within the defined limits of competence and within the scope of the role. The registered nurse retains accountability for the care delivered by the HCA.

Hours of work are full time 37.5 hours per week; part-time working hour requests will not be considered. Should you be interested in working flexibly/part time please contact our Bank Partners at [email protected] Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is rated as Good by the CQC and we welcome applications from individuals committed to being part of the team to maintain and build on this.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality nursing care to patients as part of a team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Work within defined limits of competence and in the scope of the HCA role.
• Maintain own practice and accountability for care delivered, with the Registered Nurse retaining accountability for the overall care provided.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills in interactions with patients and colleagues.
• Receive daily supervision and clinical training to perform safely, confidently and competently the clinical skills required.

Qualifications and requirements

• Enthusiastic, dynamic and caring individuals with a passion for caring for the patient group.
• Ability to work well within a team; hardworking and compassionate.
• Previous experience in the role is preferred.
• Willingness to participate in clinical training and development for future career pathways.

About the organisation

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, St Helier Hospital, and Epsom Hospital, including centres such as SWLEOC. After years of collaboration, our two Trusts formed a hospitals group in 2021 to enable closer collaboration on research, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.