Job description
To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse (RN) who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care. To deliver care and carry out duties as specified within the Trusts Approved core task list for HealthCare Assistants. To report to RN any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the patients condition. To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care.
To participate in the admission process under the supervision of RN. Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care. To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a RN. To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a RN maintaining confidentiality at all times.
To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the RN. To keep the clinical area clean and tidy maintaining a safe environment. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.