Job summary To work under the guidance and supervision of qualified members of staff to meet the needs of the clients in their own home. The job may also occasionally require the provision of care of clients in some other primary health care setting. Calderdale provides a 24 hours district nursing service and the job entails supporting this service. The post is for an out of hours healthcare assistant working between the hours of 18:00 - 08:00 (depending on shifts) 7 days a week, based at Allan House Clinic Sowerby Bridge. A valid UK driving licence is essential for the post with access to your own vehicle Main duties of the job Applicants must be a motivated and passionate about high quality patient care have excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible and have an ability to work under pressure. Assist in the delivery of unscheduled, unpredictable episodes of care on a regular basis, with appropriate use of initiative. Be willing to undertaken any additional training appropriate for this role, to enable effective delivery of care of the client group. Previous experience in a healthcare setting is desirable. It is essential that the candidate is confident, resilient and has a caring nature. About us Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT)provides a supportive and inclusive workplace, staffs health and well-being is extremely important to us and we provide a range of opportunities for personal and professional development. Our vision is to provide one culture of care for one another in order that we can provide compassionate care for the people who use our services. We are passionate about creating a workplace where we work together to get results, encouraging colleagues to have their say, in order to co create the change we want to see. We take pride in the diversity of our workforce that's why we encourage applications from all.Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 372-COM2377 Job locations Allan House Health Centre Station Road Sowerby Bridge HX6 3AD Job description Job responsibilities Able to create a professional nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovation whilst reflecting organisational strategy and values.Willing to develop new skills and participate in training in line with servicedevelopment e.g. venepuncture, administration of defined medicines, enteral feeding.Has an understanding and knowledge of community care procedure and practice (basic observations, catheter care, monitoring of blood sugar/blood pressure etc)Participate, through appraisal, in matching organizational aims with personal objectives and supporting staff within their own area of responsibility to do the same. Managing Information:Use appropriate information to make timely and effective decisions in relation to the community nursing team.Contribute to the development of information systems.Obtains transmits and stores information relating to the delivery of care services (this may involve auditing)Participate in the use of information and technology including inputting data on the computer system enabling other members of the team to use.Provide information in a form that meets the understanding of the receiver at all levels.Use of oral, written and computerized information that facilitates continuity of patient care throughout the 24-hour period. Completes documentation in accordance with Trusts policies and procedures Managing Self:Participate in regular supervision. Attend all mandatory training.Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration. Job description Job responsibilities Able to create a professional nursing culture which is open to change, new ideas, concepts and innovation whilst reflecting organisational strategy and values.Willing to develop new skills and participate in training in line with servicedevelopment e.g. venepuncture, administration of defined medicines, enteral feeding.Has an understanding and knowledge of community care procedure and practice (basic observations, catheter care, monitoring of blood sugar/blood pressure etc)Participate, through appraisal, in matching organizational aims with personal objectives and supporting staff within their own area of responsibility to do the same. Managing Information:Use appropriate information to make timely and effective decisions in relation to the community nursing team.Contribute to the development of information systems.Obtains transmits and stores information relating to the delivery of care services (this may involve auditing)Participate in the use of information and technology including inputting data on the computer system enabling other members of the team to use.Provide information in a form that meets the understanding of the receiver at all levels.Use of oral, written and computerized information that facilitates continuity of patient care throughout the 24-hour period. Completes documentation in accordance with Trusts policies and procedures Managing Self:Participate in regular supervision. Attend all mandatory training.Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential GCSE maths and English grade 9-2 (A-E) or equivalent Health specific NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role Desirable Resuscitation training Moving and Handling training Infection Control training Knowledge, experience & expertise Essential Previous employment with a healthcare setting Insight into the roles of responsibilities of the post Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession Understand the importance of record keeping Desirable Competent in cannulation Experience of record keeping T skills Communication and relationships Essential Good communication Skills Aware of own limitations/ level of competence Ability to work as a team member Literacy Skills Able to use own initiative Desirable Plan delegated workload Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential GCSE maths and English grade 9-2 (A-E) or equivalent Health specific NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role Desirable Resuscitation training Moving and Handling training Infection Control training Knowledge, experience & expertise Essential Previous employment with a healthcare setting Insight into the roles of responsibilities of the post Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession Understand the importance of record keeping Desirable Competent in cannulation Experience of record keeping T skills Communication and relationships Essential Good communication Skills Aware of own limitations/ level of competence Ability to work as a team member Literacy Skills Able to use own initiative Desirable Plan delegated workload Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Address Allan House Health Centre Station Road Sowerby Bridge HX6 3AD Employer's website https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)