An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of PiCC & Vascular Access Service Healthcare Assistant (HCA). You will be expected to be a clinical champion and be proactive in reducing inconsistencies in PiCC & Vascular Access care including the care and maintenance of these devices.
The working hours are Monday to Friday 07:45-15:45. We welcome highly motivated individuals who are committed developing their skills & to delivering a high standard of evidence-based care.
The Healthcare Assistant will work within the specialised nurse led PICC & Vascular Access Service to provide a high standard of care to patients who require or have Vascular Access.
The job holder will be expected to work autonomously with some aspects of patient care, referring to the seniors when necessary. The role includes assisting with staff training and line insertions, aftercare and troubleshooting of lines and undertaking bloods and swabs for patients as necessary.
The HCA will also be expected to undertake administrative tasks including preparing referrals, overseeing stock, updating computer records, calling patients, transferring patient and answering general enquiries.
The job is full time (37.5 hours pw), currently weekdays only, 7:45 am – 15:45 pm.
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Assist The vascular Access inserter during procedures either in Clinic room or at the bedside
· Maintain the dignity and respect of patients
· Support and reassure patients undergoing a clinical procedure
· Undertake equipment safety checks
· Demonstrate knowledge of infection control standards and promote these within the trust adhering to the IPC Policy at all the times
· Visit patients on different wards to undertake line management
· Assist with the transferring of patients using appropriate manual handling
· Undertake line dressing changes, checking for signs of possible complication for escalation following job specific competencies for this.
· IV cannulation and phlebotomy, with training to use ultrasound for this
· Managing day case waiting list
· Confirming bookings and forwarding patient information
· Scanning patient documents
· Inputting patient information on to databases
· Accurately taking and relaying information
· Routine follow up calls to patients and taking patient queries
· Overseeing stock orders, undertake some orders, unpacking stores, stock and expiry date checks
· Provide some staff training on wards, and help to deliver regular training in Ed Centre with CN
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
The Healthcare Assistant will work within the specialised nurse led PICC & Vascular Access Service to provide a high standard of care to patients who require or have a Vascular Access.
The job holder will be expected to work autonomously with some aspects of patient care, referring to the seniors when necessary. The role includes assisting with staff training and line insertions, aftercare and troubleshooting of lines and undertaking bloods and swabs for patients as necessary.
The HCA will also be expected to undertake administrative tasks including preparing referrals, overseeing stock, updating computer records, calling patients, transferring patient and answering general enquiries.
The job is full time (37.5 hours pw), currently weekdays only, 7:45 am – 15:45 pm.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assist The vascular Access inserter during procedures either in Clinic room or at the bedside
· Maintain the dignity and respect of patients
· Support and reassure patients undergoing a clinical procedure
· Undertake equipment safety checks
· Demonstrate knowledge of infection control standards and promote these within the trust adhering to the IPC Policy at all the times
· Visit patients on different wards to undertake line management
· Assist with the transferring of patients using appropriate manual handling
· Undertake line dressing changes, checking for signs of possible complication
· Undertake line flushes, checking for signs of possible complication
· IV cannulation and phlebotomy, with training to use ultrasound for this
· Managing day case waiting list
· Confirming bookings and forwarding patient information
· Scanning patient documents
· Inputting patient information on to databases
· Accurately taking and relaying information
· Routine follow up calls to patients and taking patient queries
· Overseeing stock orders, undertake some orders, unpacking stores, stock and expiry date checks
· Provide some staff training on wards, and help to deliver regular training in Ed Centre with CNS
1. Communication
Provide advice & support to patients/carers/relatives and colleagues both internally and externally. Good communication skills with the team and all of the multidisciplinary team involved with the PiCC & Vascular Access service patients
2. Analytical and Planning
· Receive referrals for inpatients and outpatients, plan, prioritise and manage own workload
· Analyse practice and evaluate outcomes through audit
· Be aware of the complaints and incident reporting procedure
· Be individually motivated, self-aware, able to work across professional and organisational boundaries
3. Clinical Duties
· Liaise with medical teams and nursing staff
· Assist Vascular Access inserter with insertion of Vascular access devices/bloods
· Take pre-procedure bloods where required
· Undertake US guided phlebotomy/cannulation (after training and completion of competencies)
· Undertake swabbing of patients (MRSA or Vascular access insertion site)
· Undertake dressings following completion of job specific competencies for outpatients and inpatients
· Troubleshoot issues with lines or arm within boundaries set in line with job specific competencies, escalating to the seniors
· Work in partnership with patients and carers to recognize individual care needs
· Promote compliance and safety
This advert closes on Monday 17 Feb 2025