Ward 27 is a 34 bedded area within which are 16 Higher Observation Beds. The ward cares for individuals requiring elective, acute and trauma Cardiac and Thoracic surgical needs.We are looking for 2 highly motivated nursing assistants to join our team. The individuals will be responsible for supporting the Registered nurse and other Multidisciplinary team members in the delivery of direct patient care.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for individuals who can work well within our team, are reliable, and have a passion for the provision of high quality nursing care to improve patient experience.In return we will of a supernumerary induction period and continuing support and personal development.The individuals will be responsible for supporting the registered nurse in the delivery of direct patient care. This is assisting in meeting patient comfort within the Cardiac and Thoracic nursing nursing specialty.About usThe Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number356-25-7423678Job locationsCastle Hill HospitalCastle RoadCottinghamHU15 6JQJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesCommunicationsEnsure that communication with patients, relatives and service users is conducted in a courteous, caring, sensitive and appropriate manner, seeking support from the Registered Nurse as appropriate, including contributing to the emotional support of patients who appear to be or are identified as anxious, upset, frightened or worried.Support patients and their families/carers, through communicating routine and non-routine information using a variety of methods, displaying tact and empathy, recognising the needs for alternative methods of communication to ensure effective understanding where there may be barriers to understanding.Contribute to the effective routine communication between members of the multi-disciplinary team, taking personal responsibility to update and share information.Patient Care / Clinical Services Undertake delegated clinical assessments (which will require developed physical skills,speed and accuracy) ensuring that results are given to the Registered Nurse in a timelymanner to facilitate prompt analysis and assessment. Assess and plan care within appropriate boundaries of job role. Assess patient condition through observations/test results and instigate emergencyprocedures as appropriate. Assist patients to undertake normal activities of daily living where necessary andsupports them with fundamental care such as eating and drinking and toileting. Practice safe moving and handling procedures when assisting patients with mobility,using appropriate equipment e.g. glide sheets, which will require physical skills obtainedthrough practice. Proficient and competent using necessary equipment to undertaketasks e.g. using hoists etc. and point of care testing. Practice safe moving and handling procedures when assisting patients with mobility,using appropriate equipment e.g. glide sheets. Escort patients to other hospital departments in accordance with Trust/Groupprocedures, ensuring their privacy and dignity is maintained at all times Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesCommunicationsEnsure that communication with patients, relatives and service users is conducted in a courteous, caring, sensitive and appropriate manner, seeking support from the Registered Nurse as appropriate, including contributing to the emotional support of patients who appear to be or are identified as anxious, upset, frightened or worried.Support patients and their families/carers, through communicating routine and non-routine information using a variety of methods, displaying tact and empathy, recognising the needs for alternative methods of communication to ensure effective understanding where there may be barriers to understanding.Contribute to the effective routine communication between members of the multi-disciplinary team, taking personal responsibility to update and share information.Patient Care / Clinical Services Undertake delegated clinical assessments (which will require developed physical skills,speed and accuracy) ensuring that results are given to the Registered Nurse in a timelymanner to facilitate prompt analysis and assessment. Assess and plan care within appropriate boundaries of job role. Assess patient condition through observations/test results and instigate emergencyprocedures as appropriate. Assist patients to undertake normal activities of daily living where necessary andsupports them with fundamental care such as eating and drinking and toileting. Practice safe moving and handling procedures when assisting patients with mobility,using appropriate equipment e.g. glide sheets, which will require physical skills obtainedthrough practice. Proficient and competent using necessary equipment to undertaketasks e.g. using hoists etc. and point of care testing. Practice safe moving and handling procedures when assisting patients with mobility,using appropriate equipment e.g. glide sheets. Escort patients to other hospital departments in accordance with Trust/Groupprocedures, ensuring their privacy and dignity is maintained at all timesPerson SpecificationExperienceEssential
Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment.
Desirable
Experience in a healthcare setting
EducationEssential
Maths and English Qualification.
NVQ level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
Care Certificate
Evidence of continued development
CommunicationEssential
Good communication - verbal/written
Be able to work on own initiative
Works well with in a team
Shows desire and capability to develop in nursing care standards.
Show knowledge in health and safety issues (for example, aware of risk assessments
Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
To be able to plan, assess, evaluate and implement patient care
Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment/patient demands
Facilitate learning of others.
Desirable
Participate in standard setting and research projects
Evidence showing clinical and professional development
Other RequiremntsEssential
Shows motivation in developing new skills
High level of interpersonal skills
Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
Flexible and reliable
Good time keeper
Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service
Ability to work a 24/7 rotational post.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment.
Desirable
Experience in a healthcare setting
EducationEssential
Maths and English Qualification.
NVQ level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
Care Certificate
Evidence of continued development
CommunicationEssential
Good communication - verbal/written
Be able to work on own initiative
Works well with in a team
Shows desire and capability to develop in nursing care standards.
Show knowledge in health and safety issues (for example, aware of risk assessments
Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
To be able to plan, assess, evaluate and implement patient care
Ability to prioritise care associated with changing environment/patient demands
Facilitate learning of others.
Desirable
Participate in standard setting and research projects
Evidence showing clinical and professional development
Other RequiremntsEssential
Shows motivation in developing new skills
High level of interpersonal skills
Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
Flexible and reliable
Good time keeper
Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service
