University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Healthcare Assistant
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We are looking for a motivated Healthcare Assistant with a professional outlook to join our team in this satellite dialysis unit
The Renal Satellite Unit at Bexhill is situated 30 miles away from the main Renal Unit in Brighton. The unit is open Monday to Saturday 6.30am-6pm.
The unit is nurse led providing haemodialysis to a high standard, incorporating some of the latest technology for 58 patients within the local community.
We are looking for a Part time Band 3 Healthcare Assistant To work 33 hours per week They should have experience of working as a healthcare assistant in a health care setting and be looking to expand their knowledge and become part of a small, dedicated team. An interest in Renal Medicine would be an advantage.
The unit offers a good opportunity for a dynamic, hardworking, and enthusiastic individual to develop their skills within the area of renal care. Full training in this specialised field will be provided. An informal visit is strongly advised.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Lesley Guthrie or Annabelle Santos on 01424 731824
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- Participates as a member of the department team providing the highest standard of patient care.
- Liaise effectively with all staff working within the department, based at renal satellite unit.
- To actively work at all times within the Trust policies and procedures.
- Act responsibly in emergency situations, in the absence of medical support.
- Report any change in patient’s condition or any problems or hazards within the department to the nurse in charge.
- Perform basic nursing care for the patient’s assisting patients as necessary.
- To prepare haemodialysis machines and equipment as necessary to undertake a safe and successful dialysis session.
- To be actively involved in the assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation of patient care prior to, during and post haemodialysis. Demonstrates and ability to trouble shoot haemodialysis problems and report accordingly. Performs and records accurate observations of BP and TPR and weight gains and report as necessary.
- To actively participate in day to day upkeep of stock levels and cleanliness. Undertake housekeeping tasks such as cleaning chair, tables, equipment.
- Clinical role to include: venepuncture, specifically cannulation of fistulae
- To support registered staff in the nurse led satellite dialysis setting ensuring patients care and well-being is paramount
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At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Lesley Guthrie
Job title: Unit manager
Email address: lesley.guthrie@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01424 731824
Annabelle Santos
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01424 731824
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