Home Health Care Assistant - Community Nursing (Band 3)

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Community Health Care Assistant to work with the Poole Central District Nursing service, visiting patients in their own homes. You will deliver clinical care including wound care, phlebotomy and extended skills as you gain proficiency, under supervision.

DBS check is required and a car with a valid license is essential. Experience in community healthcare is desirable, and the Trust will support your in house development

Qualifications

• Experience in community clinical work is desirable, but training will be provided.
• Enhanced DBS check required; Trust will cover cost.
• Access to a car with a valid driving license is essential for this role.
• Commitment to high-quality, holistic home care.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients in their own homes providing clinical care.
• Provide wound care, phlebotomy and extended skills as proficiency develops.
• Follow care plans under team leader guidance.
• Cover bank holidays pro rata and some weekends.

Skills

Wound care

Phlebotomy

Insulin administration

Catheterisation

Injectables

Home visits

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Community Health Care Assistant to work with the Poole Central District Nursing service, visiting patients in their own homes. You will deliver clinical care including wound care, phlebotomy and extended skills as you gain proficiency, under supervision.

DBS check is required and a car with a valid license is essential. Experience in community healthcare is desirable, and the Trust will support your in house development