Health Care Assistant
| Posting date: | 09 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,210.00 to £25,823.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24210.00 - £25823.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 June 2025 |
| Location: | York, YO24 1GL |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | B0343-25-0030 |
Summary
To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in providing a high standard of care for patients and their families under the care of the Hospice. Main duties and responsibilities Professional Develop excellent communications with the patient and their family, passing on all relevant information to a qualified nurse. Inform a qualified nurse of any change in the patients condition. Respect the privacy and dignity of the patient at all times and keep strict confidentiality. Carry out personal cares for the patient under the direction of a qualified nurse. Maintain accurate records of care under the supervision of qualified staff. When required to act as a patients escort on external visits. Undertake light domestic and catering duties. Participate in full rotation across all shifts including nights, weekends and bank holidays. Managerial Follow Hospice procedures when giving or receiving telephone messages. Follow Hospice procedures in the care and custody of patients valuables and property. Follow the Hospice procedures on the reporting of all accidents, incidents, hazards or complaints. Exercise care and economy in the use of property and equipment. Maintain a caring and mutually supportive working environment for all members of staff and volunteers, being sensitive to the emotional needs of colleagues and giving appropriate support to them. Education Assist with the orientation of new staff members and others on placement within the Hospice. Is prepared to work towards achieving the Care Certificate.