Position Overview & Specifications

Job description:

Supporting the registered nurse in the implementation of an agreed Care Plan with the service user and in accordance with instructions and training received;
Domestic care duties to the service user, including washing and dressing, feeding and watering, mobilising, toileting, bed-making, providing comfort, monitoring conditions (e.g. taking temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, weight, blood glucose)
Helping promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the service user, relatives and carers;
Contributing to a team approach to care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team;
Contributing to the legality and accuracy of the service user's Care Plan and or other reports and the effectiveness of the established communication/reporting system 24 hours a day;
Participating in regular meetings and attending other meetings as requested;
Undertaking tasks and procedures in which competency has been assessed and recorded specific to the care environment, including for example blood glucose monitoring;
Participating in research activities as and when required;
Providing support and assistance to registered staff;
Preventing and minimising any danger or risk to service users, visitors, coworkers, or themselves in the clinical environment;
Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels, including pharmaceutical products;
Assisting in the maintenance of home cleanliness and tidiness and adhere to infection control policy and procedures at all times;
Assisting the service user to ensure they have the opportunity to meet their individual dietary requirements.
Ensuring all service users receive their chosen and correct meals;
Receiving and conveying information from telephone or personal enquiries in a courteous manner and ensure all persons visiting the home are greeted and assisted in a welcoming and supportive manner;
Assisting and supporting registered nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required;
Escorting stable service users to and from their homes and other care locations as required

Skills:

Minimum 2 years' experience in a healthcare role
Have or be working towards a healthcare qualification (e.g. NVQ, BTEC) or The Care Certificate
Caring and sensitive to the needs of others, especially vulnerable people or the sick or infirm
Diligent and good at following instructions
Excellent organisational skills
Communication skills
Teamwork skills
Responsible and reliable

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract, Zero hours contract

Salary: £12.00-£18.00 per hour

Benefits: