• Job Description

  Req#: C9374-24-0432?language=en&page=5&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  James Ward is a 22 bedded acute Cardiology Ward incorporating a 6-bedded CCU with the ability to undertake continuous cardiac monitoring on all patients. We also admit neutropenic sepsis patients to our side rooms so work closely with the specialist oncology/haematology teams.CCU is a 6 bedded unit within James Ward that admits patients with acute coronary syndromes and haemodynamic compromise related to various cardiac pathology. We are skilled in nursing patients with CPAP, IABP and temporary Trans venous pacing in progress. Our teams are integrated with Cardiac Cath Lab and envisage this post holder rotating to work within the Cath Lab.

  We are looking for experienced Health Care Assistants, hospital experience is desirable but not essential. A minimum of NVQ2 two in Health and Social Care or the equivalent. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Two Day Induction course, which will include all the Trust statutory/Mandatory training to join our team inviting them to share their knowledge and experience with the Unit; you will need to be well motivated and committed to high standards of patient care and personal professional development.

  We will provide a supportive atmosphere, mentorship and clinical supervision on the ward and are committed to professional development of all staff. Team working is an integral part of the Unit with all staff enabled and empowered to make a real difference for their patients.

  Main duties of the job

  The Health Care Assistant (Band 2) is a member of the care team who will support Registered Practitioner in the delivery of routine patient care. The Health Care Assistant will undertake a broad range of care activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Practitioner. The Health care Assistant (Band 2) will also work closely and under supervision of the Health Care Assistant (Band 3) and where relevant Associate Practitioners

  About us

  We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work

  We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.

  In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.

  In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.

  Date posted

  08 March 2024

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £22,383 a year per annum, pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  374-LVBDA116

  Job locations

  Conquest Hospital

  The Ridge, St Leonard's on Sea

  St Leonards on Sea

  TN37 7RD

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please refer to the job description attached.

  If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Please refer to the job description attached.

  If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications / Training

  Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 2 Qualification
  • Satisfactory General Education and evidence of additional training relevant to role

  Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 Qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • 6 Months experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment

  Desirable

  • 3 month (within the last two years) experience of working in NHS

  Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

  Essential

  • Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
  • Basic IT Skills
  • Ability to use basic physiological recording equipment and accurately record findings Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to/for patients and carers

  Person Specification

  Qualifications / Training

  Essential

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 2 Qualification
  • Satisfactory General Education and evidence of additional training relevant to role

  Desirable

  • National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Health and Social Care OR an acceptable, alternative Level 3 Qualification

  Experience

  Essential

  • 6 Months experience (current) in a Health or Social Care Environment

  Desirable

  • 3 month (within the last two years) experience of working in NHS

  Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

  Essential

  • Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
  • Basic IT Skills
  • Ability to use basic physiological recording equipment and accurately record findings Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to/for patients and carers

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  Additional information

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

  Address

  Conquest Hospital

  The Ridge, St Leonard's on Sea

  St Leonards on Sea

  TN37 7RD

  
  

  Employer's website

  http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

  Address

  Conquest Hospital

  The Ridge, St Leonard's on Sea

  St Leonards on Sea

  TN37 7RD

  
  

  Employer's website

  http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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