Job summary
To work as a member of theTheKirkwoods In-Patient Unit team,assistingnursing staff to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for a caring, people-focused support role? Whilst were busy, we try to have time to spend with our in-patients and their loved ones, giving everyone an individual, people-focused and dignified experience during life and after death.
Youll provide a nursing support role, working within a skilled, multi-disciplinary team, effectively communicating with patients, visitors and colleagues to help to maintain patient wellbeing and comfort.
Youll have experience working in a caring environment, which could come from working in peoples homes, care homes or clinical settings, for example. Youll have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, and be able to work effectively in a varied team, to ensure care is carried out effectively and efficiently, whilst always maintaining a caring, compassionate approach.
When you join The Kirkwood, you arent just taking a job; you are joining a movement of people who believe that everyone affected by a life limiting illness deserves the very best care.
Our team is a diverse collective of medics, nurses, therapy teams, counsellors, chefs and more all working together to outstanding care. We are building a sustainable, compassionate, and collaborative charity where every colleague feels valued and supported. If you are interested in joining our team but dont see the right role for you today, wed love to have a conversation with you.
About us
Strengthened by sustainable long-term funding and with the support of our unwavering movement, we can offer a secure and supportive environment where you can make a lasting difference.
Apply with confidence today and be part of a forward-thinking local charity that is cherished by our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
To work as a member of theTheKirkwoods In-Patient Unit team,assistingnursing staff to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families.
Primary Responsibilities
To report all accidents, incidents,hazardsor complaints to nurse in charge, completingappropriate formsas per The Kirkwoods policy.
Other Responsibilities
We are:
This job description is not exhaustive therefore the employer and employee share responsibility to review and amend this job descriptionin order toreflect any changes in role/development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
To work as a member of theTheKirkwoods In-Patient Unit team,assistingnursing staff to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families.
Primary Responsibilities
To report all accidents, incidents,hazardsor complaints to nurse in charge, completingappropriate formsas per The Kirkwoods policy.
Other Responsibilities
We are:
This job description is not exhaustive therefore the employer and employee share responsibility to review and amend this job descriptionin order toreflect any changes in role/development.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospice environment.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Willingness to participate in education and training provided by The Kirkwood.
- To be able to work in line with information governance requirements as well as understanding the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Awareness of the impact of loss and bereavement on self and others.
- Good communication skills.
- Caring and empathetic approach.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Belief in, and ability to work with, The Kirkwoods ethos and values.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a caring environment.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a hospice environment.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Willingness to participate in education and training provided by The Kirkwood.
- To be able to work in line with information governance requirements as well as understanding the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Awareness of the impact of loss and bereavement on self and others.
- Good communication skills.
- Caring and empathetic approach.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Belief in, and ability to work with, The Kirkwoods ethos and values.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
