Prison Healthcare Assistant: Patient‑Centered Care

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join its team at HMP Bristol. This role involves assisting in the delivery of high-quality nursing care within a challenging environment. The ideal candidate will assist with medication rounds, support patients physically, and foster positive interactions while maintaining professional boundaries. Candidates should be experienced in hospital or community care, with competencies in taking vital signs and wound care. A commitment to patient confidentiality and security is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital or community care settings.
• Competency in taking blood pressure and ECGs.
• Understanding of wound care practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of high quality nursing care.
• Provide physical care and support medication rounds.
• Engage with patients to provide holistic care.

Skills

Hospital/primary care or community care experience

Competent at taking blood pressure and ECGs

Knowledge of wound care

Good communication skills

Ability to engage with patients

Job description

A prominent healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join its team at HMP Bristol. This role involves assisting in the delivery of high-quality nursing care within a challenging environment. The ideal candidate will assist with medication rounds, support patients physically, and foster positive interactions while maintaining professional boundaries. Candidates should be experienced in hospital or community care, with competencies in taking vital signs and wound care. A commitment to patient confidentiality and security is essential.