Decontamination Technician

Maintaining infection control practices and records in line with OUH policy, BTS guidelines, JAG requirements. -manage water samples in line with above. -Work with the team to maintain and promote good standards of decontamination process. -report any issues in line with OUH/local policy -With a registered nurse participate in patient care in procedure rooms and recovery, As a member of the team in this enhanced role, you will support & work closely with registered practitioners to deliver a high standard of care to patients, families and their carers in a safe & supportive environment without the need for direct supervision. As a senior nursing assistant you will work as part of the wider team in developing and maintaining services provided to patients and contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the department, whilst maintaining the dignity and privacy of all patients and respecting their right to confidentiality. You will be expected to complete the care certificate if you have not already done so or provide evidence of prior achievement and demonstrate that you have achieved and are maintaining the attitudes, behaviours and knowledge required to care for our patients to a high standard via self-assessment and observations. In addition you will be required to complete and maintain any occupationally relevant proficiencies. Annual appraisals are a requirement with opportunities to review progress with your manager. You will understand your own level of responsibility, scope of practice and accountability and at all times act within your capabilities. All new in role, nursing assistants, theatre support workers, maternity support workers and assistant practitioners will be expected to achieve the care certificate within the first 16 weeks of employment if they have not already done so through previous employment. To undertake the following duties under the supervision of a registered practitioner:

• Undertake a range of delegated and specific clinical skills for patients that demonstrate an
enhanced level of competency /technical expertise documented in the plan of care (see specific clinical skills).
• Prepare patients, families/carers and the environment for clinical activities supporting and
reassuring patients and their families/carers and preparing specific equipment as necessary.
• Monitor closely patients having undergone a clinical activity ensuring their safety, comfort and well
-being.
• Assist all patients of all genders with their personal care needs, empowering patients, and/or
families/carers and actively encouraging participation. This may involve maintaining hygiene needs for individuals such as helping patients to wash and dress themselves and assisting with toileting needs, maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.
• Asses and monitor the patient's skin integrity and to report and document immediately any
changes or concerns in their condition.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in order to undertake minor dressings and treatment as
specified in the plan of care and in consultation with the registered practitioner.
• Actively encourage all patients, families/carers to share the responsibility for maintenance of their
health and to promote healthy living where appropriate and identified as part of the care plan.
• Assist patients to mobilise safely taking account of developmental/physical needs,using
equipment and techniques as prescribed and record in plan of care. Contribute to the falls and moving and handling risk assessment.
• Assist in the care of a patient requiring end of life care in accordance within their spiritual and
cultural needs.
• Assist as appropriate in the support of families/carers of patients receiving end of life care.
• Recognise when a patient's condition changes and seek advice and expertise from registered
practitioners in accordance with Trust policy.
• Contribute to, understand and report identified patient risk assessments, e.g. nutritional
assessment scores, slips, trips and falls assessment, e.g. Humpty Dumpty, use of medical devices as appropriate in line with Trust policy.
• Perform clinical observations (following appropriate assessment of proficiency) accurately
recording using agreed electronic national early warning systems such as SEND and report and escalate any concerns appropriately by reporting to the registered practitioner immediately.
• Participate in the initial assessment of patient needs under the direct supervision of a registered
practitioner.
• Assist patients to meet their food and fluid intake giving attention to special diets, supplements,
enteral feeding and cultural requirements, recognising and understanding the importance of Page 3 of 8 adequate nutrition and hydration. In order to avoid malnutrition ensure an age appropriate nutritional assessment is undertaken for example, MUST. All food, nutritional supplements and fluid intake should be recorded accurately as required.
• Seek support for self and others following an untoward incident.
• Report and raise concerns in relation to poor practice, attitude and behaviour of any health care
professional through appropriate channels.
• Undertake patient transfer and escort duties between departments as appropriate as per policy.
• Recognise where a patient or family member/carer is becoming agitated, disorientated or appears
non-compliant with care or treatment; support colleagues and report immediately to a registered practitioner.
• Respond swiftly to individuals who require immediate assistance, eg are who are in pain or are
distressed, reporting to a registered practitioner in a timely manner.
• Competently obtain specimens as requested such as mid-stream urine, stool, sputum, urine
analysis, hospital acquired infections and any more specialist specimens as directed by the registered practitioner ensuring accurate labelling and transportation as per Trust policy.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding children, the Mental Capacity Act/Deprivation
of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice/guidance from the registered nurse or registered care professional as required. Communication
• Communicate effectively with patients, families/carers, recognising there may be a need to utilise
alternative methods of communication. Where there are barriers to understanding, arrange access to information, support and other services to aid effective communication.
• Greet all patients and visitors to the department with courtesy and respect, being mindful of age
specific body language and tone of voice. Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy.
• Help patients, families/carers and visitors orientate themselves to their surroundings when admitted
to the ward specific to their needs, providing written and verbal information where required.
• Answer telephone calls and bleeps appropriately and efficiently, accurately relaying messages to
both colleagues and patients using SBARR as appropriate.
• Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour, acting as a role model and ensure effective
communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, families/carers and relatives.
• Use paper and electronic systems to retrieve and record patient information in line with Trust
documentation standards and operational systems. Ensure information is accurate and securely maintained.
• Apply the principles of information governance and patient confidentiality to all aspects of your role.
• Obtain age/capacity appropriate consent from the patient/family/carer/guardian before any clinical
intervention is undertaken; where this is not given report this to a registered practitioner.
• Actively participate and contribute to discussions about patient care and ward and departmental
issues at handover and ward/departmental meetings. Encourage more junior members of staff to contribute.
• In instances when a patient, family/carer or visitor feels the need to raise a concern or complain
attempt to deal with this locally initially, but always inform a registered practitioner.
• Support families, carers and colleagues following a patient bereavement, or when bad news has
been shared.
• Seek and acknowledge constructive feedback and encourage others to do so.
• Seek support for self and others following an untoward incident as required.
• Escalate concerns regarding any health care professional through the appropriate routes and
channels
• Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues.
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• Ensure patients, families and carers are kept informed of delays with their treatment, investigations
and clinic times in a professional manner.
• Actively participate in the handover process to ensure continuity of care and accurately feedback to
a registered practitioner the care given to patients during the shift and of any changes in the patient's condition. Respect, Equality and Diversity
• Adhere to Trust, directorate and unit policies, protocols and guidelines taking action to address
behaviour that undermines equality and diversity.
• Recognise and respect people at all times with regard to age, disability, gender, position, race,
religion and sexual orientation through sensitivity, professionalism and courtesy, treating all patients, colleagues, visitors, carers and others as they would wish to be treated.
• Ensure the privacy and dignity of patients and challenge colleagues should this not be practiced
  
  Care certificate
• Decontamination experience
Desirable criteria
• Leadership experience
  
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