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Are you a Senior Healthcare Assistant? Join us TODAY!
Nurses UK is seeking dedicated and compassionate SCHA to join our dynamic team!
Pay: £14.90 - £25 per hour
At Nurses UK, we pride ourselves in providing exceptional healthcare services while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our staff.
Nurses UK is one of the leading nursing suppliers in the country, currently experiencing increased demand for nursing staff & Senior Healthcare Assistants across Newcastle upon Tyne and surrounding areas. We are looking for full-time and part-time Senior Healthcare Assistants for day or night shifts. As a & Senior Healthcare Assistant you will play a critical role in delivering patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to uphold the highest standards of health and safety. Your expertise will greatly contribute to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the overall healthcare experience.
If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and possess the skills necessary to excel in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you. Join Nurses UK and be part of a team that truly values your contributions and dedication to nursing excellence. We are the fastest-growing nursing agency in the market!
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality, person-centered care to service users, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility support.
- Administer medication safely and accurately in line with policies and training.
- Supervise, support, and mentor Healthcare Assistants during shifts.
- Monitor and report any changes in service users' physical, emotional, or mental health.
- Maintain accurate care records, daily notes, MAR charts, and other documentation.
- Assist with care planning, risk assessments, and reviews of individual care needs.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, infection control, and company procedures.
- Communicate effectively with service users, families, healthcare professionals, and the wider care team.
- Previous experience working in a health or social care setting.
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and support a team.
- Understanding of safeguarding principles.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Outstanding Rates of Pay : Pay Rate £14.90 - £25 per hour
- Flexible Working: flexible shifts, Days/Nights, Weekdays/Weekends, Full or Part-time
- LOTS of work to choose from! Weekly Rotas & Advanced Bookings Available!
- Weekly Payments
- Transport allowances
- Specialist FREE Annual Training
- Revalidation support
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Blue Light Card
- Employee of the month!