Senior Dialysis Assistant

Clinical Responsibilities

To work under guidance from a registered healthcare professional, following instructions and promptly reporting any problems.You will be able to perform the following:To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriateTo monitor and record in EPIC patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered NurseUndertake electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and point of care testing (e.g. bloodsugar, urinalysis) as per training and competencies assessmentTo assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needsTo assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with legal requirements Assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments

Haemodialysis specific responsibilities

To safely prepare dialysis machines for treatment using all equipment as per patients dialysis prescriptionTo monitor and record in the Trusts Electronic Patients records System patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered NurseTo dispose of all HD circuit lines following infection control guidelinesTo decontaminate dialysis equipment following infection control guidelines and document using the HD decontamination checklistTo support with checking in/discharge patients for treatment To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriateTo ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriateTo assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area.To ensure that stock levels of linen (where applicable), sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policyTo assist ward staff with general collection/delivery of items necessary to ensure effective operational management of ward/departmentTo assist in performing the last offices as requested

Customer Care/Administration

To ensure that all patients and relatives are welcomed and orientated to the ward environmentTo assist with the care of distressed or bereaved relativesTo assist with clerical and ward administrative duties, including data management, photocopying, transporting of equipment/data/ paperwork to other departmentsTo provide clear and effective information and communication, both verbally and in documentation. Promptly referring enquiries to the relevant personTo maintain confidentiality at all times, in and out of the hospital environmentTo demonstrate an awareness of the different cultural, ethnic and religious believes

Personal and Professional Responsibilities

To adhere to, and work within the code of conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College HospitalTo be able to identify with support own development needs, completing a competency document and learning objectives within a specified time frame and as agreed by managerTo ensure own attendance at mandatory study days and training ( BLS, manual handling etc.) as required by ward/departmental managerTo update skills and knowledge as required by the TrustTo actively participate in annual individual performance review

Education

To be involved in teaching and education programs within the unitBe involved in HD shared activities within the unitTo participate in reflection and clinical supervision as provided

Leadership

To adhere to, and work within the National Code of Conduct for clinical support workers at Kings College HospitalTo manage an agreed workload with supervision and support from colleagues and senior staffTo work within and support the multidisciplinary team, contributing ideas toward future developments To act as a role model and advisor to less experienced staff demonstrating and

Job reference

Senior Healthcare Assistant Page 3 of 10 promoting the Trusts Values and BehavioursTo provide day-to-day supervision and co-ordination of junior staff (e.g. healthcare assistants (band 2), apprentices, work experience) supporting their local inductionTake personal ownership in giving and receiving feedbackTo participate in reflection and or clinical supervision sessions as providedTo observe personal and collective responsibility for resource managementTo be responsible with others for any specific risk management associated with the post, reporting and taking appropriate actions as necessary

Research and Service Development

Assist with audits, surveys and research and developmental activities as instructed Provide care to patients taking part in clinical trials as directed by registered healthcare professionals in line with relevant research protocols To act as a liaison with specialist teams and services as a link practitioner enhancing communication and collaborative working by attending meetings and disseminating relevant information (via face to face teaching and written/digital briefings GeneralThe post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued.

Our values at Kings

Caring we put patients and their families first and show compassion and respect in every interaction with them, as well as with one another. Collaborative acrossallofour hospitals and services, we work as one team with partners and our communities, to deliver the best possible outcomes. Inclusive we celebrate diversity, listening to different voices and creating a culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Innovative we constantly seeknew ideasand smarter ways of working to improve care,researchand education. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.