Overview

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust sexual health and HIV centres are modern clinics in West London and we are looking to recruit health care assistants to join the team and service. This role is a rare opportunity to develop skills in both sexual health and HIV. These posts are based at the following sites so please request your preferred site on the application: 10 Hammersmith Broadway.We are looking for an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work with a team in an innovative sexual health setting. In return, you will join a team of friendly skilled experienced doctors, sexual health / HIV nurses, health advisers and admin staff responsible for delivering a high standard of care to patients. We have a full in-house and Multidisciplinary Education programme. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly within the clinic and at outreach settings in the local community when applicable.Responsibilities

Under direct supervision assist with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.Assist patients with general hygiene needs reporting any changes in patients'' condition.Process patient samples.Safeguard patients own belongings and space.Under supervision take and record the patient''s observations (e.g. temperature, skin assessment) as required, and inform the registered nurse of any observed changes in the patient''s condition.Support the Registered Nurse in meeting and recording patients'' elimination needs. Report any changes identified and record quantities and frequency on the relevant charts appropriately.Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge and understanding of providing pressure area care and the use of aid devices.Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge of mobilisation aids and their correct and safe use.Assist the Registered Nurse in the moving, handling and positioning of patients to meet clinical need, adhering to the Trust Moving and Handling policy at all times. Report physical and psychological changes in patient''s condition to the Registered Nurse, ensuring pain and distress are acted on promptly.Have an awareness of patient dietary needs and adhere to patient protected mealtimes.Under supervision deliver meals and provide drinks to patients as appropriate and record food intake (inpatient only).Report any changes of pattern to Registered Nurse. Report relevant information regarding the patient care to Registered Nurse.Assist the Registered Nurse in contributing to the care of dying and deceased patients, sensitively providing support to relatives/friends and support patients who have received bad news.Support the Registered Nurse in the provision of health promotion/education, e.g. prevention of pressure ulcers, deep vein thrombosis.Housekeeping and Environmental Care

Ensure the environment is clean, comfortable, safe, and welcoming to patients, relatives and all health care professionals. In inpatient areas, this includes preparing bed space: wash beds, chairs and lockers, making unoccupied beds in readiness for appropriate use.Clean and maintain equipment and make ready for use.Awareness of monitoring and maintaining stock levels of designated items.Keep all storage areas clean, tidy and in good order.Report any faulty or broken equipment to the ward manager and label appropriately.Deliver specimens, test requests, notes or any charts as requested.Escort patients to other departments as and when requested to do so.Promote and ensure safe handling of valuables and patients property as per Trust policy.Infection Control

Be aware of and understand basic infection control techniques.Be aware of and follow safe disposal of sharps into appropriate container.Understand universal safety techniques with regard to spillages.Dispose of body fluids, soiled linen, clothing etc in line with the Trust Infection Control Policy and Waste Disposal Regulations.Clerical and Reception

Undertake delegated clerical duties in the absence of ward Clerk.Demonstrate good effective communication skills.Liaise and co-operate effectively with the administrative and clerical staff, nursing and medical staff and enquiring visitors to the ward / department.Deal with all enquiries politely and effectively in all circumstances.Ensure patients\'' confidentiality and details are maintained at all times.Redirect all patients\'' enquiries that are outside your field of practice to the Registered Nurse.Assist in the completion of PET (Patient Experience Tracker).Accurately file all patient documentation as directed.To answer telephone calls and redirect enquiries in the absence of the Ward Clerk.Education and Development

Undertake Ward/Departmental induction and orientation.Complete associated competency booklet - completion time 2 months. Follow up action plan to complete this if required, by initial appraisal at 3 months.Work with manager 3 months after taking up post, to undertake an appraisal and Personal Development Plan to set objectives and agree future competency achievement and development.Successfully complete the Essence of Care Programme.Undertake NVQ Level 2 programme.Attend relevant training in line with Trust policy.Actively participate in team meetings and team brief cascade of information.Quality Improvement / Clinical Governance

Assist or participate in departmental and Trust initiatives or audits, related to quality Improvement / Clinical Governance.To participate in the orientation and educational programmes for new staff.The post holder is encouraged by the ward /department to attend both personal and professional development activities that assist in their role and the service through negotiation with Ward/Department.Equality and Diversity

Work within legislation and local procedures according to the Human Rights Act, Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidelines.Demonstrate awareness of culture, equality and diversity towards patients and colleagues.Maintain dignity and privacy at all times.Provide equality for all patients by non-discriminatory practice.Demonstrate an understanding of religious beliefs and customs.Understand the requirements of vulnerable patients and the processes that are required to maintain their safety.Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England\''s top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites - Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital - along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, AandE, and children\''s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us \''Good\'' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and \''Outstanding\'' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.+ Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.+ If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful.+ In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.+ During the recruitment process your identity documentation (i.e. passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.+ Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.

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