Job Summary
The Health Care Assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
The HCA is expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the ward, collaborating as part of the ward team.
It is expected that the Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust's career pathway.
We are not able to offer sponsorship on any bank vacancies at MSE, so all applicants must possess unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities
* Maintain the dignity and respect of patients at all times.
* Maintain excellent communication with patients, relatives, and members of the MDT regarding all aspects of care.
* Implement patient care plans as instructed by a Registered Nurse.
* Assist in the admission process by accurately recording patient's demographic details.
* Assist patients with personal and oral hygiene as instructed.
* Assist patients with eating and drinking.
* Monitor and accurately record dietary and fluid intake, appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
* Enable patients to access appropriate toilet facilities.
* Test blood sugars, urine, and stool specimens & accurately record results.
* Obtain specimens & process specimens to the laboratory.
* Prepare equipment for aseptic procedures as instructed.
* Complete competencies and assist in Procedure clinics.
* Support patients undergoing clinical procedures under the supervision of a qualified nurse.
* Undertake equipment safety checks.
About Us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking, and innovation.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation, we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job Details
Date posted: 26 March 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £12.14 an hour
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Flexible working
Reference number: Bank HCA
Job locations: MSE Southend/Basildon/Broomfield, ESSEX, SS0 9RY
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Numeracy and spoken English to an appropriate standard to fulfil the job role.
Desirable
* An understanding of working in a healthcare setting.
Experience
Essential
* Working in a team; experience of being in a demanding environment with changing priorities.
Desirable
* Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Skills
Essential
* Able to communicate effectively with a range of people both verbally and in writing; respects people's dignity.
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: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address: MSE Southend/Basildon/Broomfield, ESSEX, SS0 9RY
Employer's website: https://www.mse.nhs.uk
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