Now Hiring: Health Care Assistant in Norwich (Visa Sponsorship Offered) NHS Jobs

Digitaltidewave; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their team in providing exceptional patient care. This role emphasizes collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and the enhancement of clinical skills. Responsibilities include performing physiological observations, assisting with clinical procedures, and maintaining a safe environment for patients. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to high-quality care and adhere to established nursing guidelines. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing high standards of patient care.
• Ability to accurately follow instructions from registered nurses.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high standards of patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Perform duties as specified in the Trust's Approved Core Task List.

Skills

Physiological observation recording

Intravenous cannulation

ECG recording

Venepuncture

Catheterisation (female)

Clerical duties

Blood Glucose recording

Obtaining swabs, cultures, and specimens

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care

Job description

Job role: Health Care Assistant

Company name: NHS Jobs

Salary: £24,625.00 to £25,674.00 per year

Job Reference: C9234-25-0243

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About the Job:

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, work with all members of the multidisciplinary team to contribute to the provision of high standards of patient care. The role emphasizes enhancing clinical skills in:

• Physiological observation recording
• Intravenous cannulation
• ECG recording
• Venepuncture
• Catheterisation (female)
• Clerical duties such as management of notes, record keeping, and handling confidential information
• Blood Glucose recording
• Obtaining swabs, cultures, and specimens

All staff are expected to act as role models, demonstrating NNUHs PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence. Behaviors should support an inclusive culture.

• Accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered nurse, who is professionally accountable for care delivery.
• Perform duties as specified in the Trust's Approved Core Task List for Health Care Assistants qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care.
• Report any patient concerns or changes in clinical condition to registered staff.
• Document all care provided, ensuring confidentiality, and have records countersigned by a registered nurse.
• Be aware of and respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure patient safety.
• Adhere to all Trust policies, procedures, and nursing guidelines when performing activities.
• Welcome patients and participate in the admission process under supervision.
• Provide high-quality, individualized personal nursing care following Essence of Care standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment.

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