Healthcare Assistant

Work as an effective member of the team, providing quality care for surgical and oncology patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse. Promote good communication that supports the dignity and care of the patients. Assist in maintaining a safe working environment and the provision of compassionate care.
At all times to adhere to statutory, mandatory, care group guidance and the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England {Adopted and adapted for use at NGH January 2014)
To provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values:
Safe manual handling of patients after establishing the best method, following completion of the assessment form by a registered nurse.
Meeting the patient’s nutritional needs including supporting children at meal times, completion of fluid balance charts and food charts and reporting any concerns to the qualified nurse.
Documenting admission details which include next of kin, social situation, and details of patient property.
Undertake the cleaning of ward equipment and bed areas, prepare for admission.
Complete the Trust HCA Training Programme.
Complete the Care Certificate within the timeframe of four months from commencement in post
To be actively involved in own self – development.
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Assisting patients to meet their personal hygiene requirements
Meeting the patient’s nutritional needs including supporting children at meal times, completion of fluid balance charts and food charts and reporting any concerns to the qualified nurse.
Take and record vital signs as requested, i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure, oxygen saturation and Paediatric Early Working Score (EWS) on observation charts and to report any abnormalities to the qualified nurse.
Safe manual handling of patients after establishing the best method, following completion of the assessment form by a registered nurse.
Be proactive in the prevention of pressure sore development.
Maintain the safety of children, their personal clothing and property in accordance with agreed policies related to security and confidentiality.
The collection of specimens as directed by the Registered Nurse and after training and competency assessed
Documenting admission details which include next of kin, social situation, and details of patient property.
Assist children in meeting their continence needs, i.e.: taking them to the toilet, providing a commode, monitoring urine and bowel movements. Report any abnormalities to a Registered nurse.
Recognise the Equality and Diversity of patients, clients, relatives and multi- disciplinary groups
Maintain a clean and tidy environment, including bed areas, store cupboards, sluice, treatment room and equipment used for procedures.
Undertake the cleaning of ward equipment, according to policy and procedure. Make effective use of the infection control policy.
Undertake the cleaning of bed areas, suction, oxygen, lockers and prepare for admission, obtaining any essential equipment.
Have the ability and knowledge to competently deal with an emergency.
Ensure that the individual is up to date with Mandatory and Role specific training.
Complete the Trust HCA Training Programme.
Complete the Care Certificate within the timeframe of four months from commencement in post
To be actively involved in own self – development.
Undertake further training as required
Report any concerns / incidents relating to patient health, and safety of the environment to a registered nurse.
Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients and multi-disciplinary teams
Provide clear and concise written documentation as per Trust guidance.