Location: Truro, Cornwall
Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) and part-time options available
Salary (£): Competitive NHS pay rates
About Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the largest healthcare provider in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. With three main sites in Truro, Hayle, and Penzance, they’re committed to delivering top-notch care to their community. As a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Exeter Medical School, they’re at the forefront of medical advancements and offer exciting opportunities for career growth.
Job details
About the Role:
Ready to make a real difference in people’s lives? The Emergency Department at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is looking for caring, supportive individuals to join their team as Healthcare Assistants. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill job – it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful and rewarding.
Working in the bustling Emergency Department, you’ll be right in the thick of the action. One day you might be in Majors, the next in Resuscitation – variety is the spice of life here! You’ll play a crucial role in supporting patients during their most vulnerable moments, helping them feel comfortable and cared for.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist nurses and doctors in providing patient care
- Monitor patients’ conditions and report any changes
- Help with personal care tasks, ensuring patients’ comfort and dignity
- Prepare and maintain a clean, safe environment
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team
- Complete the Care Certificate training program
Requirements
- GCSE Maths & English, or equivalent
- NVQ 2 in Health Care, or equivalent (desirable)
- Previous experience in a care setting (preferred but not essential)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate nature and genuine desire to help others
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends
Benefits
- Competitive NHS pay rates and pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Opportunities for career progression, including nurse apprenticeship programs
- Ongoing training and development
- Staff discounts and wellbeing initiatives
- Chance to live and work in beautiful Cornwall
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position requires a DBS check due to the nature of the work. Any past criminal convictions will be reviewed as part of the application process.
Certificate of Sponsorship
While applications from candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome, please note that sponsorship is not guaranteed. Discuss any visa-related requirements or working hour limitations during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to promoting equal opportunities and creating an inclusive work environment. They welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Employer Details
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Emergency Department
Truro, TR1 3LJ
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Application Process
Ready to take the plunge? Apply now and be part of a team that’s making a real difference in people’s lives. Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your career in healthcare – the Emergency Department is waiting for you.
Reference Number: ED-HCA-2024
The closing date for applications is 17 October 2024. Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. Don’t wait – apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare.
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