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    Nursing Assistant - Rochdale, United Kingdom - Springhill Hospice

    Springhill Hospice
    Springhill Hospice Rochdale, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Permanent
    Description

    Job summary

    We are looking to recruit a Nursing Assistant,

    preferably with experience in caring for patients withpalliative care needs.

    NVQ 2/3 in Health& Social Care would be an advantage.

    The successful applicant will be part of an enthusiasticmulti-disciplinary team providing carefor patients and families, both on the Hospice Inpatient Unit and our Hospiceat Home team

    The post is subject to flexible rostering (annualisedhours) and internal rotation to meetthe needs of the service

    Main duties of the job

    To assisttrained nursing staff in the delivery of high standards of care in accordancewith the policies and procedures in place at Springhill Hospice and within theNursing team.

    About us

    This role is based both at Springhill Hospice, Rochdale and within the Hospice at home team who visit Rochdale, Heywood and Middleton.

    SpringhillHospice provides the following palliative care services to the local adultpopulation who are suffering from the effects of life-limiting and terminalillnesses:

    A 16-bed Inpatientunit providing 24-hour medical and nursing care.

    Hospice atHome Service - supports people whowant to end their days in their own home by providing the support and symptommanagement they need to be able to do so.

    A DayTherapies Centre for up to 16 patients, 4-days-a-week, offeringcomplementary therapies ( reflexology, aromatherapy and massage);creative and beauty therapies, social activities and clinical support.

    CommunityService - provides specialistpalliative care and support to patients and families in their own homes

    A 24-hour PalliativeCare Advice Line for patients, families, carers and health professionals.

    Bereavement Support for relatives following loss.

    CounsellingServices for patients, carers andrelatives, provided by a qualified therapist.

    An EducationUnit - an in-house training facility for hospice staff and local health andsocial care professionals, with the main focus of training being on theSpringhill Palliative Care Education Passport' (SPCEP) which ensures that corepalliative care skills are taught to all grades of staff.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Mainresponsibilities

    Ward Duties:

    To work as a member of the nursing team assisting nurses to provide a high standard of care to patients, both on the inpatient unit and within the patients own home.

    Assist in general care of patients hygiene, care of pressure areas, nutritional needs.

    Assist in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness.

    Perform escort/chaperone duties as directed by the trained nurses.

    Inform trained staff of any change in patients condition.

    Be aware of the need to treat patients as individuals. Maintain patients confidentiality at all times.

    Have an understanding of the principles of infection control and the risks of cross-infection.

    Ensure correct policy for care and custody of patients property/valuables is adhered to.

    Education:

    Attend mandatory training programmes and undertake online mandatory training as required.

    Report to senior staff any situation/occurrence reported to you by patients, relatives/visitors.

    As required by trained staff, undertake training and be assessed on competency by Ward Sister and Senior nurses.

    Personnel/Communications:

    Read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.

    To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

    Report to trained staff as appropriate.

    Participate in the appraisal process.

    Communicate effectively both verbally and written. Answer telephone correctly and politely at all times. Refer enquiries to Nurse in charge.

    Be aware of procedure for evacuation of patients in case of fire. Know emergency exits. Demonstrate knowledge to trained staff.

    Person Specification

    Experience

    Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
  • Evidence of caring for people with palliative care needs.

    • Knowledge and Skills

    Essential

  • Willingness to undertake training in general observations skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Empathetic and caring nature.
  • Desire to increase knowledge and skills within palliative care.
  • Confidence to interact with people who have a variety of disabilities/needs and their families.

    • Desirable

  • Evidence of training in basic observations ie BP/TPR.
  • Evidence of working with patient assessments and care plans.
  • Evidence of having attended workshops/study days relevant to field of practice.

    • Qualifications

    Essential

  • Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

    • Desirable

  • Hold NVQ Levels 1 and 2.
  • Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 3

    • Other

    Essential

  • Good attendance and punctuality record.
  • Enthusiastic and motivated.
  • Self awareness and mature outlook.
  • Flexible approach to work.
  • Good team player.
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