Senior Health Care Assistant ( UK )

Overview

In accordance with the home''s statement of purpose, stated core values, aims and objectives and philosophy of care, help residents with activities that they would usually perform (or have in the past performed) themselves but cannot now do so without assistance. Encourage and support the optimum level of independence while maintaining residents'' dignity and self-esteem.Responsibilities

Carry out your duties as a key worker to nominated residents under the management and supervision of your line manager. Provide care as laid down in the care plans and under the direction of the manager.Contribute to the updating, development and review of care plans, ensuring the involvement of residents/representatives at all times.Participate in social and therapeutic activities with residents, both inside and outside the home. Travel with and supervise residents who take part in activities and events outside the home, as directed by the line manager.Report to the clinical lead/deputy/home manager any changes or deterioration you observe in the health and general condition of residents, any personal or emotional problems that you become aware of and any matter which has or could potentially have a bearing on the overall wellbeing of residents.Make and change beds, mattresses and bed linen.Carry out regular checks on residents and the environment throughout the night, working with the clinical lead and management team, where applicable, to ensure that standards are maintained.Respond promptly to all nurse alarm calls, assessing each situation and dealing with any resident who is seeking help. In cases of emergency, summon the qualified nursing staff, clinical lead or manager and, if necessary, call the emergency GP and/or summon an ambulance.Assist residents needing help or reassurance, providing drinks or refreshments where required.Assist with palliative care for terminally ill residents.Organise the key worker system on the designated unit and ensure the timely updating, development and review of care plans.Complete, observe and review care planning needs for residents and complete written daily records, as instructed and in line with the company''s policies and procedures.Share information, where appropriate, with key partners, working to data protection and Caldecott ..... full job details .....