Domiciliary Care Assistant - Nottingham

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Domiciliary Care Assistant - Nottingham

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OpenReferenceEHSDBC1023078948Healthcare Type:SocialPosted:July 9, 2024Setting:Private HomeLocation:Nottingham,England,UKSector:Allied HealthSalary:£12 - £16per hourWeekly PayService:ClinicalDepartment:EHS WorkforceDeskRole:Care AssistantEmail:[email removed]Contract Type:Agency (EHS Workforce)Contact Desk No:[phone removed]Working Pattern:On-site

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About Us:
Earthhaven Healthcare Solutions (EHS) is a leading healthcare recruitment workforce offering a diverse range of services with an aim to deliver high-quality care through the expertise of qualified, highly trained and experienced healthcare professionals across the UK. To learn more about EHS, please visit us at www.earthhavenhealthcare.com.

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About You:
The role and responsibilities of a community nurse can provide a long-lasting career for qualified registered nurses looking to apply their skills outside traditional hospital settings. Community nurses deliver bespoke care to individuals in residential settings, GP facilities, community hospitals and care homes, preventing hospital admissions and reducing pressures on public health services such as the NHS. Join our team of Registered General Nurses in the London area.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Medication administration
• Monitoring the client’s general health and well-being and ongoing care
• Monitoring vital signs - temperature, blood pressure etc
• Catheter care, end-of-life care, wound care, bowel care, diabetic care
• Communicating with clients, family and professionals regularly
• Liaising with the patient’s GP and other healthcare professionals involved eg. senior nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists etc
• Monitoring medical stock
• Following a prescribed plan
• Nutrition management
• Maintaining accurate and detailed care records.
• Conducting safety checks on medical equipment
• Managing infection prevention and control

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What We Offer:

• Free training and ongoing development opportunities
• Weekly pay and competitive pay rates
• Free welcome gift box, EHS uniform and ID badges
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Refer a friend bonus
• NMC revalidation support
• Supportive team environment and 24/7 staff assistance
• Opportunities for career advancement

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Requirements:

• At least 12 months of recent post-registration nursing experience working in the UK
• Registered nurse with a valid NMC pin
• The right to work in the UK
• Up-to-date PVG check and proof of immunisations (Hepatitis B, Rubella, Varicella, TB and Measles)
• Full UK driving licence is essential and access to reliable vehicle
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills, flexibility and professionalism
• A commitment to providing high-quality care

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Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into you work placement.

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Apply today and start your journey with EHS, together we can make a difference! If this role isn't the one for you, take advantage of our referral scheme and refer a friend.

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Please Note:
Submit just one application for each role you are interested in, regardless of location. This single application will be considered for all available locations. Do not submit multiple applications for the same role at different locations.

Eg: If you're interested in the "Care Assistant" role available in London, Bristol and Manchester, submit just one application for this role. Your application will be considered for all 3 locations. If interested in a different role, like "Nurse," you may submit a separate application for that position.

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Are you a Domiciliary Care Assistant looking to make a difference in the Healthcare Industry with the EHS Workforce? We are seeking compassionate and skilled Domiciliary Care Assistants to join our dedicated team of EHS Workforce Professionals who fill agency, temporary, permanent, contract and locum tenens positions with opportunities across the UK and worldwide.

About Us:
Earthhaven Healthcare Solutions (EHS) is a leading healthcare recruitment workforce offering a diverse range of services aimed at delivering high-quality care through the expertise of qualified, highly trained and experienced healthcare professionals across the UK and worldwide. With a vast network of clients, we provide a wealth of agency, temporary, permanent, contract and locum tenens jobs across various sectors and settings, including opportunities with the NHS, social, private, corporate, public, charitable and government organisations. We value your expertise and believe in empowering our professionals to provide exceptional care services. EHS offers flexible work arrangements, allowing our workforce professionals to choose shifts and schedules that suit their availability. This flexibility enables a better work-life balance while still providing essential services to those in need. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing guidance and support to our workforce, ensuring they feel confident and equipped to deliver exceptional care. By joining the EHS workforce, you become part of a trusted and reputable team dedicated to enhancing the well-being and happiness of individuals. To learn more about EHS, our services and opportunities, please visit us at www.earthhavenhealthcare.com.

About You:
As Domiciliary Care Assistants, you are dedicated professionals who provide essential support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. Your role is centred around enhancing the quality of life for those we serve, offering compassionate care and fostering a sense of independence. We build strong, trusting relationships with our clients, ensuring their well-being and dignity are always prioritised. Our commitment extends beyond basic care, as we strive to create a nurturing and positive environment, allowing our clients to live with comfort and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor health and safety, and lead infection prevention
• Maintain accurate records and implement quality management systems
• Promote customer rights and preferences
• Ensure a customer assessment and risk assessment have been completed including what the customer needs and would like to achieve from their care and support
• Develop personalised care plans that respect the customer’s wishes and promote their dignity and privacy
• Foster effective communication and collaboration
• Manage the effective recruitment, induction and training of the coordinator (s), supervisor (s), care workers and other support staff
• Identify ongoing training needs and ensure staff are up to date with curr