Healthcare Assistant - Tracheostomy & PEG Support

Catalyst Care Group, Cullompton, Devon

Healthcare Assistant - Tracheostomy & PEG Support

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Catalyst Care Group, Cullompton, Devon

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 days ago, 1 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 6fb8e0f00778481a823692d704775ef1

Location ref: Cullompton, Devon

Full Job Description

Join Nurseline Community Services (part of Catalyst Care Group) to provide compassionate, complex clinical care at home. We are looking for dedicated Complex Physical Health Support Worker to support people living with neurological conditions, physical disabilities, chronic illnesses and long-term health needs directly in their homes, ensuring care is both effective and reflective of our community values.

At Nurseline Community Services, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion, Impact, and Community -values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care. We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.

Job Overview:

This role requires advanced medical support, including management of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) tubes and Tracheostomy care. The ideal candidate will have experience with these medical interventions and a strong commitment to ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide personal and clinical care, including respiratory support (oxygen therapy, suctioning, tracheostomy care, CPAP/BiPAP).

Deliver feeding support (NGT/PEG/gastronomy, pump feeding).

Promote safe mobility, skin integrity and pressure area care.

Work collaboratively with health professionals.

Perform regular maintenance and checks on PEG tubes to ensure proper functionality.

Provide comprehensive tracheostomy care, including cleaning, suctioning, and device checks.

Exceptional leadership and organizational abilities.

Genuine desire to make a positive impact on people's lives, with a commitment to providing the highest level of compassionate care.

Strong communication skills and ability to handle complex interpersonal situations compassionately.

Deep commitment to providing empathetic and respectful care that aligns with the values of Nurseline Community Services.

Empathetic and able to manage under pressure.

Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.

Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/healthcare-assistant-tracheostomy-peg-support-127675733