Healthcare Assistant, Durham

Client Name: County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation TrustRole: Healthcare AssistantRates: £11.44 - £19.30 per hourShifts: Various shifts to suit you: earlies, lates, long daysLocation: DurhamBenefits:* First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts with flexible working options to suit your lifestyle* A dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way* Hundreds of new shifts available every day so we can get you the right shift at the right time* Free training for your own personal development* 24/7/365 support - we're here when you need us* Working flexible shifts on various wards, you will provide much-needed care and support to people when they are feeling unwell, vulnerable, and unsure. A significant reliance is placed on the vital care you will provide to ensure a patients care experience is the very best it can be.The very best Healthcare Assistants are individuals who show empathy, patience, consideration, passion, and dedication.Patient focusAs a Healthcare Assistant, you will play an essential part in so many people's lives. This is a role where you can see the impact of your work daily, with the sense of achievement and satisfaction that comes with making a real difference.General key skillsAs a Healthcare Assistant, you will have:Empathy and understandingCompassion and a caring natureA warm and friendly personalityA passion for good conversationQuick thinking abilitiesPatience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situationsExcellent attention to detailA systematic approach to tasksExcellent timekeepingThe ability to work well and under pressureA flexible attitudeA desire to improve and develop knowledge and skillsActive listening skillsMain Duties/ResponsibilitiesAs a HCA, your duties could include:Assisting nurses with day to day careServing meals and helping to feed patientsHelping patients to move around and feel more comfortableMonitoring patients conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respiration, and weightKeeping patient records accurate and up to dateEssentialYou will need to pass an enhanced background check.6 months recent NHS Hospital experience with direct patient supervision and experience taking patient vital signsReferences that cover the last two yearsSo, if you can combine empathy and understanding with practical hands-on patient care, we want to hear from you. Apply today.