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    Health Care Assistant - Blackburn, United Kingdom - East Lancashire Hospice

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    Job Title: Hospice at Home Caregiver

    Company: East Lancs Hospice

    East Lancs Hospice, a charity established in 1984, is dedicated to providing care and support to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. With a team of around 120 employees and 250 volunteers, we take pride in delivering exceptional services to the local community of Blackburn, Darwen, Hyndburn, and the Ribble Valley.

    We are currently looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help meet the growing demand for home-based palliative and end-of-life care services.

      Main Duties of the Job:
    • Provide high standards of care and support to patients in their homes
    • Promote independence and quality of life
    • Work closely with registered practitioners to follow care plans
    • Essential requirement: car driver with own vehicle and business insurance
    • Role includes significant night duty

    About Us

    Joining our team comes with a competitive salary starting at £23,419 for full-time hours along with a range of benefits including generous holiday allowance, private pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and access to a private health scheme. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse working environment where everyone is valued and respected.

    Job Responsibilities

    As a member of the Hospice at Home Team, you will deliver hands-on care to patients and their families, enabling them to remain at home and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. Key areas of performance include providing nursing care, understanding palliative care principles, and responding to urgent situations promptly.

    Essential Criteria:

    • Car driver with own vehicle
    • Basic English and Maths skills
    • NVQ Level 2 in care or equivalent
    • Practical experience in patient care
    • Sensitivity to end-of-life care needs
    • Flexible approach to work, including night shifts
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Effective communication skills
    • Enthusiastic and motivated about hospice work
    • Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
    • Positive attitude towards change and flexibility

    Desirable:

    • See person spec

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