Healthcare Assistant in Critical Care

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Clitheroe is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their Critical Care Unit. The role involves delivering direct care to critically ill patients as part of a multidisciplinary team, with extensive training and support provided. This position requires long shifts and may include night duties, reflecting the commitment to patient-centered care. Opportunities for professional development and training are offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Training and support during shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in health care or support roles.
• Ability to work long shifts, including night duties.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care to critically ill patients.
• Support multidisciplinary teams during shifts.
• Participate in team training and skill development.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Compassionate communication

Job description

Band 2 Health Care Assistant

Surgery Division - Critical Care Unit

The Critical Care Unit at Bolton is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join our team. The Surgery Division encompasses emergency and elective surgeries across specialties including general surgery, breast, ENT, urology, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, and rheumatology. This division covers theatres and the Critical Care Unit, providing a diverse range of services focused on safe and effective patient care.

As an employer and sponsor license holder, Bolton NHS Foundation Trust cannot sponsor overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route for this position, as it does not meet the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. For more information on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please visit the GOV.UK Skilled Worker visa: Overview.

Successful candidates will deliver direct patient care to critically ill patients, supported by a multidisciplinary team. The Critical Care Unit is an 18-bed facility caring for Level 2 and Level 3 patients from various specialties. The role involves long shifts with internal rotation to night duty.

New staff will have a supernumerary induction period, supported by multidisciplinary team members including medical staff, outreach, physiotherapy, and dietetics. Each shift is supervised by a Band 7 team leader, ensuring support and effective decision-making. Our dedicated practice educator for Critical Care will assist new staff with competencies and skills training.

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust provides integrated acute, intermediate, and community healthcare, working closely with primary care and local authorities to deliver seamless services. We prioritize patient-centered care, guided by our Trust Values. Recognized as a centre of excellence in maternity, neonatal, and pediatric care, our Trust has been rated 'Good' by the CQC. We value our staff and offer opportunities for professional development and training. We welcome applications from all community sectors to reflect our diverse population.

For more details or to arrange informal visits, please contact:

• Nicola Baxter, Ward Manager, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
• Kirsty Fearnley, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
• Katie Dodrill, Ward Manager, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
• Mel Northmore, Ward Manager, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]