Holistic Ward Care Assistant for Plastic Surgery & Burns

HCA Healthcare UK; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Healthcare UK is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our 24-bed Plastic Surgery ward, working with the Burns Unit to deliver patient-centred care and support a multidisciplinary team.

You will perform baseline observations, assist with care planning, orient patients and relatives to the unit, and maintain clear communication with the MDT. The role emphasises infection control and ongoing professional development through the HCA Academy.

Responsibilities

• Supports RN in assessment of patient
• Performs clinical baseline observations
• Orientates patient and relatives to the unit/ward environment
• Follows plan of care, reports any changes in the patient's condition
• Contributes with suggestions and ideas for action
• Reports results of any intervention
• Records and documents episodes of care in accordance with guidelines
• Effective communication is maintained with MDT, patient, relatives and visitors.
• Transfers patients to and from the procedure rooms/trolley bay and the wards (if required)
• Following Infection control policy prepares equipment and procedure room/trolley bay for patients' pre and post-surgery.

Job description

HCA Healthcare UK is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our 24-bed Plastic Surgery ward, working with the Burns Unit to deliver patient-centred care and support a multidisciplinary team.

You will perform baseline observations, assist with care planning, orient patients and relatives to the unit, and maintain clear communication with the MDT. The role emphasises infection control and ongoing professional development through the HCA Academy.