Student Nurse Bank HCA: Hands-On Clinical Experience

Cddft; Tees Valley; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Student Bank Healthcare Assistant (Band 3) to provide patient care under supervision. The role supports admission, observations, personal care and clinical documentation within a busy ward environment.

Applicants should be current nursing students, with relevant coursework and registrations. The position requires effective communication and teamwork, and the Trust values patient confidentiality and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is required.
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete within 6 months of starting.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) required.
• Short Course related to patient and clinical care duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admitting patients and recording baseline observations.
• Provide care per care plan or pathway and document outcomes.
• Record routine clinical observations accurately.
• Raise concerns when observations are abnormal to a registered nurse.
• Assist patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition and comfort.
• Support patients to eat and drink with sensitivity.
• Record information on food and fluid balance charts.
• Assist in data entry, filing and accurate care documentation.
• Escort, transfer and discharge patients; prepare bed area for next patient.
• Keep treatment rooms and ward areas stocked and tidy.
• Respond positively to concerns and complaints to resolve issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Leadership

Initiative

Work under pressure

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Care Certificate

GCSE English & Maths

Short Course for patient care

Job description

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Student Bank Healthcare Assistant (Band 3) to provide patient care under supervision. The role supports admission, observations, personal care and clinical documentation within a busy ward environment.

Applicants should be current nursing students, with relevant coursework and registrations. The position requires effective communication and teamwork, and the Trust values patient confidentiality and professional conduct.