Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Nursing Assistant
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Wythenshawe Hospital
Wythenshawe Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital and part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust—one of the largest and most ambitious NHS Trusts in the country. Our Lung cancer division and bronchoscopy unit are expanding, and we are seeking committed and compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team. The role requires time management, interpersonal skills and have knowledge of managing healthcare related equipment and experience of working in a care setting & undertake duties involving moving & handling, work under guidance and on your own initiative.
The Role
As a Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care. The role requires:
- Preparation and setting up of medical equipment and scopes, including Robotic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Assist doctors and nurses handling the scopes and provide assistance with samples.
- Manage equipment problems, process and report any equipment failures or damage, contact relevant company, provide information and arrange replacement scopes, process the damaged scope return and documentation.
- Assist in patient transfer to other departments in the trust on trolley/ wheelchair.
- Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
Being supervised by Registered Nurses & within Trust guidelines & protocols, you’ll assist the Nursing team in delivering the excellent standard of patient care that you would expect for yourself and your loved ones.
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Your duties will involve
- Preparation and setting up of medical equipment and scopes.
- Assist doctors and nurses handling the scopes and provide assistance with samples.
- Manage equipment problems, process and report any equipment failures or damage. Contact relevant company, provide information and arrange replacement scopes, process the damage scope return and document.
- Monitoring and recording observations.
- Assist in patient transfer to other departments on trolley/ wheelchair.
- Chaperon doctors and nurses whilst examine patients.
- Maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment.
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families.
You'll support the multidisciplinary team and perform observations, ECGs and venepuncture for our patient group following completion of the CSW Development Programme.
We Are Looking For Candidate Who Are
- Caring, motivated and eager to learn.
- Have strong communication skills.
- Can work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrate reliability, compassion and professionalism.
- Have experience in a healthcare support role (desirable but not essential).
- Able to work flexibly across a range of early, late and long days during weekdays.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
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You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
Please note that this is not a role that MFT will offer sponsorship for, so you will need to ensure you have your own ongoing right to work in the UK.
At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Florence Rodrigues
Job title: Unit Manager
Email address: florence.rodrigues@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 0161 2912717
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