PICU Health Care Assistant - Compassionate Mental Health

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust invites applications for Health Care Assistants to join the Psychiatric Intensive Care Units on Griffin Ward (6-bed female) and Belvoir Ward (10-bed male) at Bradgate Mental Health Unit. You will support patients with physical and mental health needs as part of the inpatient nursing team.

Experience in healthcare, a compassionate approach, and the ability to engage with individuals at risk are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Ability to support patients with complex mental health needs
• Compassionate and confident in challenging situations

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the nursing team to support patients in recovery
• Assist with both physical health and mental health care needs
• Contribute to individualised care plans and risk management following Trust policies

Job description

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust invites applications for Health Care Assistants to join the Psychiatric Intensive Care Units on Griffin Ward (6-bed female) and Belvoir Ward (10-bed male) at Bradgate Mental Health Unit. You will support patients with physical and mental health needs as part of the inpatient nursing team.

Experience in healthcare, a compassionate approach, and the ability to engage with individuals at risk are essential.