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Job Overview
This position involves working predominantly with the Phlebotomy team within the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include ensuring patient well-being, delivering basic nursing care, conducting observations, and performing specific investigations such as ECGs to maintain safety and enhance the patient journey. The role requires caring, reliable, and motivated individuals interested in developing emergency care skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Applicants must possess an NVQ Level 3 in healthcare as a minimum and have relevant experience, preferably within an Emergency Department. Previous experience in a healthcare assistant role is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided.
Main Duties of the Job
- Assisting the Emergency Department team in delivering high standards of care for patients and their families or carers under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Performing tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse, including venepuncture, cannulation, basic observations, and ECGs.
- Managing general housekeeping tasks, such as restocking essential equipment.
- Supporting patient needs, including toileting, while maintaining privacy and dignity.
- Performing safe movement and handling practices according to training and patient handling plans.
- Obtaining specimens for ward or laboratory testing.
- Preparing patients for treatments, procedures, or investigations and assisting with recovery.
Working for the Organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, established on 1 October 2019, combines Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The organisation is committed to delivering the highest quality healthcare services to the city, improving health outcomes, and ensuring excellent patient care. The Trust operates Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital, and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, serving a population of approximately 630,000 across Merseyside and offering specialist services to over two million people in the North West and beyond.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
- Performing clinical tasks, including venepuncture, cannulation, basic observations, and ECGs, as directed by a registered nurse.
- Assisting with general housekeeping and equipment management.
- Supporting patient toileting and maintaining their dignity.
- Obtaining patient specimens and preparing patients for procedures or treatments.
- Adhering to safe movement and handling practices.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Essential: NVQ Level 3 in healthcare.
Experience
- Essential: Experience as a Nursing Assistant.
Knowledge
- Essential:
- Understanding of quality and change in a clinical setting.
- Effective communication in varied settings with patients of differing levels of understanding.
- Ability to address sensitive issues tactfully and diplomatically.
- Knowledge of nursing care organisation and basic NHS operations.
- Basic IT skills, including email usage.
Additional Information
Applications must be submitted by midnight, 9th December 2024. Candidates will be shortlisted based on how well they meet the person specification criteria.
The Trust encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, minority ethnic, LGBTQ+, disabled, male, and younger individuals aged 16-24. Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
Successful candidates will be required to comply with safeguarding policies and mandatory training requirements. Costs associated with DBS checks will be deducted from salaries. Candidates needing Skilled Worker visas should verify their eligibility on the UK government website.
For further information, contact the Recruitment Services team at 0151 706 4666.
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