Healthcare Assistant
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
Healthcare Assistant
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Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 15 Dec | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 18da8256fb9a4d669c49e1be4cd165e1
Full Job Description
- Contribute and participate under supervision in the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care and treatment in the ward environment
- To participate as a member of the nursing team in delivering care as prescribed in the individual care plan.
- Participate in the development, monitoring and evaluation of individual care plans
- Develop therapeutic relationships as part of the on-going assessment and care delivery process, and ensure relevant information is reported to the trained nurse.
- Work collaboratively with clients to meet their care needs and assist / support them to carry out activities of daily living whilst promoting dependence.
- Contribute to general observation of the clients mental and physical health, ensuring relevant information is appropriately recorded and reported to the trained nurse / multi-disciplinary team.
- Be aware of basic symptomatic features that require observation and monitoring, knowing when to seek assistance and advice.
- Be aware of the implications of the use of the Mental Health Act in relation to client care, and ensure these are met in consultation with trained nurses.
- To lead (in consultation with OT and trained nursing staff) in the development and coordination of group & recreational activities for clients.
- Leading and supporting junior staff in the delivery of these Escort clients both within and outside the hospital as required, supporting clients to maintain social contacts and undertake daily activities as appropriate., Please see attached Job Description / Person Specification for full duties. If you have any questions or queries about the role, the team, or the ward, please get in touch with Kerri Caffekey on Person Specification Knowledge
- Demonstrate knowledge and ability to communicate with patients with complex needs using clear and effective verbal and nonverbal communication incorporating motivation and encouragement.
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of people verbally and in writing, A good command of English Language
- Good IT skills Experience Essential
- Previous experience of working in a clinical / rehabilitation setting Skills / Qualities Essential
- Enthusiasm to work with people and promote a therapeutic environment
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Able to recognize stress / anxieties in colleagues, patients and their families and offer appropriate support
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
Whatever the challenges, we believe in opportunities and there is always an opportunity for hardworking, proactive, kind, and compassionate clinicians here. Sandford ward is an 14 bedded male Older Adult Mental Health Ward for those who have acute or functional mental illnesses, often with co-morbidities, which require treatment which would otherwise not be able to be given in the community. Sandford Ward aim to provide person centre care to individuals with both Organic and functional illness. Proactive and effective treatment to promote service users to recover and return to their usual place of residence. You will become part of a dynamic team for patients requiring assessment, care and nursing interventions, within an environment which is fast paced, dynamic and high in engagement - with a real opportunity to make a difference to others., Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. - Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive : "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are : "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include :