Healthcare Assistant - Wards
Core
Provide direct patient care including personal hygiene, mobility support, and basic clinical observations in a hospital ward setting.
Role type
Healthcare Assistant (Wards)
Builds
Patient care services for private healthcare providers
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient hygiene assistance, mobility support, vital signs monitoring, wound care setup, catheter care, infection control, safeguarding procedures, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, previous care or health support experience
Responsibilities
Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, and oral care; Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support; Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives; Carry out routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels; Support basic clinical procedures including wound care setup and catheter care; Prepare and maintain clinical areas including trolleys, beds, and equipment
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC
