Emergency Department Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,546.00 to £32,207.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £30546.00 - £32207.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, N19 5NF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9220-26-0103 |
Summary
Patients are to be treated with dignity, respect and discretion whilst maintaining their confidentiality. Support and engage with mental health patients in the Department providing assistance to nursing team in caring for patients presented with mental health. Participate in the completion of risk assessments and care planning. Ensure that patients personal hygiene requirements are met. This will include assisting with washes, bed bathing, assisting patients to use the shower and bath, providing mouth care and cleaning dentures. MOVING AND HANDLING To assist patients with nutritional needs and feeding patients if required To carry out non-complex assessments within scope of practice and as required meet the needs of the patient. Adhere to Trust policy on moving and handling. DOCUMENTATION Complete all documentation in conjunction with qualified staff. To evaluate care given using the appropriate documentation. INFECTION CONTROL Be aware of and adhere to the Trust guidelines relating to infection control. Take steps to prevent cross infection by using universal precautions and hand washing. This includes wearing uniform in accordance with hospital policy. COMMUNICATION To be able to communicate effectively with patients, other Trust staff and the general public. This includes being polite and respectful to everyone who comes in contact with you. To answer the phone clearly and politely stating your name and who you are and to relate any messages promptly and accurately.