Community Healthcare Assistant

at  Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

JOB SUMMARY

To work within the Community Primary Care Network (PCN) to support and assist in the provision of holistic nursing care and support to patients, their families and carers. Your role will be pivotal within the local community by making a difference to our patients, delivering a high level of care in their own home.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities & Results

ROLE OF THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Nursing Service provides a comprehensive range of treatments which enable individuals to avoid unnecessary admission to hospital, or where hospitalisation is necessary, to support discharge back into the community. Nursing care includes the assessment and planning of care for patients, ensuring proactive advice and information.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

The role will involve providing care for end of life, wound management, administering medication, giving personal care, setting up equipment and recording observations within scope of practice and competencies.