Job summary Experienced health care assistants are required to work with the community nursing team in Kingston.You will be visiting clients in their own homes to deliver care under the direction of your team leader. Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant in Acute or Community Nursing setting is essential. You will need to have good communication skills and be able to work independently and as well as part of a team. This role supports the District Nursing Team in two localities across the Kingston borough in the delivery of integrated, person centred, responsive, co-ordinated and high quality care.This includes vital health education so that every opportunity is taken to promote a healthy lifestyle. The Community Nursing team visit patients in their own home as well as care homes. We offer excellent opportunities for training and development of your clinical skills.The team has experienced Senior District Nurses who will ensure that you receive the necessary support for your personal development.The Community Nursing service works a 7-day week offering a variable working pattern which includes weekends and bank holiday working.You will be supported with a comprehensive induction and training package as needed. Main duties of the job To work as part of the District Nursing Team providing high quality evidence based care to patients in their own home under the direction and supervision of a qualified community nurse. To work without direct supervision providing high quality care to patients in their own homes or in a clinic setting. To identify changes in patients' conditions and care programmes and communicate these to the team leader particularly advising of any circumstances which give rise to concerns in relation to patient care. To practice in a safe confident manner at all times respecting and promoting the principles of health, safety and security at all times. To be able to work as part of a team as well as independently understanding the limitations of the role and recognising when to refer to a registered nurse. To provide support and advice to patients and their carers as appropriate. To support patients to encourage self care and the achievement of independence through rehabilitation programmes. To use appropriately any equipment provided for the use of immobile patients referring to any care plan or risk assessment and competently undertake the recommended moving and handling technique. About us Welcome to Your Healthcare CIC, we are a not for profit social enterprise, proud of delivering patient-led, high quality health and social care community services for residents in the Borough of Kingston, as part of the NHS family. Your Healthcare is located in the South West of London within the Royal Borough of Kingston. Working as a Community Interest Company (CIC), our status allows us to invest any surplus or profit back into front line services, where it is needed most by you, our community. Your Healthcare is committed to the development of positive policies to promote equal opportunity in employment. All employees have a responsibility to ensure that they understand the standards expected and that they promote and adhere to the equal opportunity measures adopted by the organisation. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £27,129 to £28,649 a year inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B9811-25-0005 Job locations Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road Surbiton KT5 9AL Job description Job responsibilities Carry out a range of duties under the direction of the District Nurse Team Leader and/or registered Community Nurse in accordance with policies procedures and guidelines. To work without direct supervision providing high quality care to patients in their own homes or in a clinic setting. To identify changes in patients conditions and care programmes and communicate these to the team leader particularly advising of any circumstances which give rise to concerns in relation to patient care. To practice in a safe confident manner at all times respecting and promoting the principles of health safety and security at all times. To be able to work as part of a team as well as independently understanding the limitations of the role and recognising when to refer to a registered nurse. To provide support and advice to patients and their carers as appropriate. To support patients to encourage self care and the achievement of independence through rehabilitation programmes. To use appropriately any equipment provided for the use of immobile patients referring to any care plan or risk assessment and competently undertake the recommended moving and handling technique. To assist in providing treatments and interventions for patients including : - Phlebotomy/Venepuncture - Urinalysis - Patient height and weight measurement. Blood pressure monitoring. - Temperature and pulse recording. - Wound care - Blood Glucose monitoring - Swab samples - Health promotion activities and the prevention of ill health and disability in the community. Job description Job responsibilities Carry out a range of duties under the direction of the District Nurse Team Leader and/or registered Community Nurse in accordance with policies procedures and guidelines. To work without direct supervision providing high quality care to patients in their own homes or in a clinic setting. To identify changes in patients conditions and care programmes and communicate these to the team leader particularly advising of any circumstances which give rise to concerns in relation to patient care. To practice in a safe confident manner at all times respecting and promoting the principles of health safety and security at all times. To be able to work as part of a team as well as independently understanding the limitations of the role and recognising when to refer to a registered nurse. To provide support and advice to patients and their carers as appropriate. To support patients to encourage self care and the achievement of independence through rehabilitation programmes. To use appropriately any equipment provided for the use of immobile patients referring to any care plan or risk assessment and competently undertake the recommended moving and handling technique. To assist in providing treatments and interventions for patients including : - Phlebotomy/Venepuncture - Urinalysis - Patient height and weight measurement. Blood pressure monitoring. - Temperature and pulse recording. - Wound care - Blood Glucose monitoring - Swab samples - Health promotion activities and the prevention of ill health and disability in the community. Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Team player. Motivated and enthusiastic. Flexible approach to work. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of Primary Care and the role of Community Nursing. Knowledge of Integrated Care Teams. Knowledge of the role of the voluntary sector in the community. Desirable Experience of working within a Community Nursing Team Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification Willingness to undertake further training and expand role within the District Nursing Team. Skills & Abilities Essential Good communication skills. IT skills including e-mails word and input into electronic patient records. Ability to take blood and other samples or willingness to learn. Able to work flexibly across a range of disciplines. Ability to conduct patient monitoring activities take and record blood pressures, pulse and temperature, blood sugar monitoring. Ability to understand principles of wound care. Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team. Experience Essential Providing care for older people in the community or hospital setting. Desirable Experience in phlebotomy Experience and awareness of supporting people with continence issues Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Team player. Motivated and enthusiastic. Flexible approach to work. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of Primary Care and the role of Community Nursing. Knowledge of Integrated Care Teams. Knowledge of the role of the voluntary sector in the community. Desirable Experience of working within a Community Nursing Team Qualifications Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification Willingness to undertake further training and expand role within the District Nursing Team. Skills & Abilities Essential Good communication skills. IT skills including e-mails word and input into electronic patient records. Ability to take blood and other samples or willingness to learn. Able to work flexibly across a range of disciplines. Ability to conduct patient monitoring activities take and record blood pressures, pulse and temperature, blood sugar monitoring. Ability to understand principles of wound care. Able to work unsupervised and as part of a team. Experience Essential Providing care for older people in the community or hospital setting. Desirable Experience in phlebotomy Experience and awareness of supporting people with continence issues 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 Your Healthcare CIC Address Hollyfield House, 22 Hollyfield Road Surbiton KT5 9AL Employer's website http://www.yourhealthcare.org (Opens in a new tab)