Healthcare Assistant Band 2-3 progressive role

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join their nursing team. The role involves working independently to support Registered Nursing staff and maintaining a safe clinical environment for patients. Applicants should have a strong commitment to quality care and inclusivity, with opportunities for development within the role.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated individual to join clinical patient-facing teams.
• Ability to work independently as part of the nursing team.
• Support registered nursing staff in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Work independently as a member of the nursing team following agreed plans of care.
• Provide support for the Registered Nursing staff to maintain a safe clinical environment.

Job description

Overview

The post holder will work independently as a member of the nursing team following agreed plans of care pathways. They will provide support for the Registered Nursing staff in maintaining a stable and safe clinical environment. If you are an enthusiastic and motivated individual and want to join our clinical patient facing teams on the wards and in Outpatients here at Darent Valley Hospital we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Work independently as a member of the nursing team following agreed plans of care pathways.
• Provide support for the Registered Nursing staff in maintaining a stable and safe clinical environment.

Our commitment and culture

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

Quality and approach

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

Working pattern and locations

We have opportunities in both inpatient areas and outpatients. Hours of work in inpatient areas are long days and weekend 7 days a week and shift times are: 07.00 - 19.30 and 19.00-07.30; shifts in outpatients run between 08.00 - 18.00 depending on clinical need.

Development and progression

We have a dedicated HCA education team who will support you through an induction programme and completion of your care certificate. Once obtained, which is anticipated to be within 6 months, you will be uplifted to a band 3.