Healthcare Assistant - Little Havens IPU

Havens Hospice; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in Essex is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for their In Patient Unit. The role involves providing holistic care to patients and their families, ensuring a supportive environment. Part-time options are available, and applicants will contribute to meaningful care experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care for patients.
• Strong communication skills in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care after death and provide bereavement support.
• Support nursing staff in medication administration.
• Ensure patients' wellbeing and recreational activities.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Care Certificate

Job description

Teitl cyflogwr

NHS AfC

Trosolwg o'r swydd

We have an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our In Patient Unit, located at Little Havens Hospice, nestled within the beautiful Essex countryside in Thundersley.

Part time options are available.

Please note: Havens Hospices is a local charity and not part of the NHS. We regret that we are unable to offer any form of UK Visa Sponsorship.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

You will work as a member of our Children & Young Person's multidisciplinary team, ensuring a holistic package of care is provided to patients and their families, creating a welcoming, caring, safe and supportive environment for patients, families and all involved in the work of the hospice.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.

Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.

In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you’ll be helping us continue ‘Making every day count’ for those who need us most.

At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

Assist with the care of a patient after death, to provide bereavement support, assist with planning and liaising with funeral directors

Be aware of the needs of the whole family and to encourage trust and open communication, as well as offering emotional and practical support, especially to distressed relatives.

Ensure patients wellbeing and recreational activities are prioritised and appropriate referrals are made to specialist services

Support the nursing staff in the delivery, administration and recording of medication following appropriate policies and procedures.

Assist medical staff, chaperoning and acting as advocate for the patient if the family are not present

Participate in the moving and handling of vulnerable patients, often involving specialist lifting and handling equipment.

Manyleb y person

Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol

GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English

Care Certificate

Skills & Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol

Good standard of IT skills, including using Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook and Excel.

Experience of strong communication skills in previous roles

Experience of working in an environment undertaking personal care for patients

Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr

Gofynion ymgeisio

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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