Healthcare Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 30 Medi 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Retford, DN22 7XF |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | E0220-BLHB2 |
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Job Description Healthcare Assistant (Inpatient) Reports to Team Leader Band 2 equivalent we also allow for unsocial hour supplements, Role Purpose Under the supervision of a registered nurse, participate in the development and delivery of high-quality, compassionate patient care through involvement in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Role Context This role requires an individual who can work effectively under the supervision and leadership of registered nurses, supporting people with palliative and end-of-life care needs. The post holder will provide safe, person-centred care to patients within the inpatient unit at Bassetlaw Hospice, ensuring dignity, respect, and comfort at all times. Key AccountabilitiesClinical Practice Assist with all activities of daily living, addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients. Undertake, record and report clinical observations as directed by registered staff. Support treatment and activities for patients within the inpatient environment. Promote maximum independence and dignity for patients. To help them achieve reasonable and achievable goals Maintain accurate, timely and relevant clinical records, both written and electronic. Undertake any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role. Performance Measures: Care delivered in accordance with hospice policies, procedures, and CQC standards. Accurate and timely record-keeping. Adherence to infection prevention and control and safeguarding requirements. Must have experience in care Palliative experience is desirable Safeguarding All staff are responsible for ensuring that risks of harm to children and vulnerable adults are minimised. Concerns must be addressed in line with hospice safeguarding policies and local multi-agency procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) This role requires an enhanced DBS check at the point of recruitment and periodically thereafter. Infection Prevention and Control All employees must follow hospice infection prevention and control procedures and undertake mandatory training. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Staff must demonstrate understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in line with hospice policy and legislation. Data Quality Accurate and timely record-keeping is essential for safe care delivery and effective decision-making. Communication Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients and families, using tact, reassurance and compassion. Physical and Emotional Effort Frequent requirement to exert moderate physical effort and exposure to distressing circumstances due to nature of end-of-life care. Person Specification Healthcare Assistant (Inpatient)Values and Behaviours Demonstrates alignment with Bassetlaw Hospice values. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Qualifications NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care / Care Certificate (or equivalent experience). Experience Previous experience in a healthcare, hospice or care setting desirable. Skills Ability to work as part of a team. Good communication (written and verbal). Caring, compassionate and empathetic approach. Good observation skills, able to recognise changes in patient condition. Basic IT and record-keeping skills. Flexible and adaptable. Other Requirements Willingness to undertake further training. Physical ability to carry out the role. Ability to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required. To work across all areas of the hospice to meet service need. Must have a VISA/right to work in the UK. Must be able to attend a Face-to-Face interview Please note, this listing may close earlier than the advertised date if a high volume of suitable applications is received. Please note: This role is open to UK-based applicants only. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.