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Healthcare Assistant

Healthcare Assistant

Bluelight Healthcare
locationEastbourne, UK
PublishedPublished: Published today
Healthcare
Permanent

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist patients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.

  • Support patients with mobility and physical assistance, including repositioning and use of mobility aids.

  • Monitor and record vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) and report abnormalities to the nursing team.

  • Assist with feeding patients who need help, and document food and fluid intake accurately.

  • Support registered nurses with clinical tasks where appropriate (e.g., specimen collection, simple wound care).

  • Observe and report any changes in a patient's physical or emotional condition.

  • Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control procedures.

  • Accurately document care provided in patient records or care plans.

  • Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient transfers.

  • Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, respecting their dignity and individual needs.

  • Help maintain stock levels of medical supplies and ensure equipment is cleaned and stored correctly.

  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and mandatory updates.