Healthcare Assistant - Day Stay & Elective Admissions Lounge

Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients attending day case procedures and the Elective Admissions Lounge, ensuring a positive patient experience throughout their pathway.

Support patient admissions, preparation and discharge under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Undertake, record and promptly report clinical observations, escalating any concerns in line with Trust policies and procedures.

Assist patients with personal care needs, mobility and comfort, maintaining dignity, privacy and respect at all times.

Prepare patients for procedures, including assisting with gown changes, completing pre-procedure checks and ensuring readiness for treatment.

Accompany and transport patients safely to and from theatre and other clinical areas as required.

Assist with stock control, equipment checks and maintaining adequate levels of supplies to support the smooth running of the service.

Collect and transport specimens to pathology when required and undertake housekeeper duties in their absence to maintain a safe, clean and organised environment.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Qualifications

Essential: - Care Certificate; - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent; - Literacy & Numeracy skills appropriate to the role

Desirable: - Committed to on going learning and development

Knowledge & Experience

Desirable: - Experience in an acute hospital or day surgery setting; - Experience of post-operative patient care