Healthcare Assistant West Mendip Hospital
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
Health Care Assistant - West Mendip Hospital
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We currently have permanent vacancies for Health Care Assistants - full/ part time.
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West Mendip Hospital has 30 inpatient re-enablement beds and we provide care and support for patients in and around our community. We work closely with other health and social care professionals to make a difference to individuals lives in times that can be very emotive and difficult for patients and family members. Patients are admitted to the ward for a period of assessment from our nursing, rehab and social care team in order to support patient centred discharge planning to various settings.
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We are looking for applicants with excellent communication skills and are flexible, motivated, hard-working, able to prioritise their workload and demonstrate evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development.
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Successful applicants will work alongside the registered nurse and assist with all aspects of patient care, from admission through to discharge, using a computerised record keeping system. You will provide general nursing care to all of your patients, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect.
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We are interested in hearing from people who feel they can make a difference with their expertise, compassion and positive outlook and would like to contribute to Somerset Foundation Trust’s vision of providing excellent nursing care.
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All necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.
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Free on-site staff parking.
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Full details of duties can be found in the job description
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You would be required to work flexibly on an internal shift rotation, working both days and nights over a seven day period, including bank holidays. In return you will receive enhanced payments for working unsocial hours, a generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
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Shortlisted applicants will need to hold NVQ level 2 in care or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience in a similar role within their application form.
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Informal visits are encouraged and welcome.
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