Healthcare Assistant - Ward 34

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 2 Health Care Assistant in Liverpool. You will support nursing teams in patient care, assist with personal hygiene and nutritional needs, and maintain a safe clinical environment. This role requires dedication to patient support and effective teamwork. Join us to help provide high standards of care to our patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Assist the nursing team with patient care.
• Support with personal hygiene and nutritional needs.
• Complete risk assessments and implement care plans.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clean beds for new admissions.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Collect blood products from the laboratory.
• Dispose of clinical waste according to policy.

Job description

Ward 34 is a 29 bedded Acute Medical Ward in the Aintree site. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, you will assist the ward and department team in providing the highest possible standard of basic care for patients and their families/carer.

As a Band 2 Health Care Assistant, your duties will include supporting the registered nursing teams in providing patient care, clinical duties such as assisting patients with extended personal hygiene needs, meeting patients’ nutritional needs, completing risk assessments and implementing plans of care, and providing pressure area care.

Responsibilities

• General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions and operation beds (refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds).
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
• Prepare used linen bags for collection by porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Collection of blood products as required from laboratory.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy.
• Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents, reporting of incidents if they occur.
• Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.
• Supports members of the nursing team in the management of abusive and aggressive behaviour with supervision.
• Contribute to the Health, Safety and Security of individuals.