Job responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of
the registered nurse administers as directed in the patients care plan.
Assist patients with personal care
whilst maintaining privacy and dignity at all times
Assist with patients
nutritional needs as requested by the registered nurse.
Be aware of the special
psychological/spiritual needs of the Hospice patients and have a sensitive approach to their care.
To support relatives /
friends during the immediate and early bereavement period, ensuring privacy
and dignity is maintained.
Develop and maintain good
verbal and written communications at all times.
Correctly record/report
telephone messages
Assist registered nursing
staff in maintenance of selected observation charts and patient documentation
records.
Recognise and report any concerning
change in patients condition immediately to the registered nurse.
Liaise with the Housekeeping team to maintain
a clean environment for patient care within the unit and the surrounding
areas at all times.
Identify and report all potential
hazards, incidents and near misses within the patient areas to the registered
nurse and appropriate personnel.
Exercise care and economy at all times
in the use of property and equipment.
Ensure that any storage areas are kept
tidy and appropriately stocked.
Assist with laundry duties as and when
required.
To be responsible for undertaking some
tasks independently without direction and supervision.
Makes accurate records at the point of
care using the hospices electronic record and reports relevant information
directly to the registered nurse.
To use and store all equipment safely
and correctly in accordance with Hospice and manufacturers instructions,
including decontamination of equipment and ensuring batteries in equipment
are fully charged, ensuring safety for both patients and staff.
Ensure patient safety at all times and
that any care given is in line with training received and follows either
verbal direction from a registered nurse or is directed via written nursing
care plans. This will also include the care and management of those patients
who are unable to maintain their own safety because of confusion, cognitive
impairment or any sensory deficit.
Assist in the monitoring, storing, and
disposal of equipment and hazardous materials in accordance with health and
safety guidelines. This will include safe disposal of sharps and soiled linen
To communicate appropriately with all
members of the multidisciplinary team, other colleagues, patients, relatives
and visitors to the ward. Displaying a friendly and approachable manner at
all times
To have knowledge of current Fire and
Health and Safety Policies and ensure they are practiced correctly.
To ensure that all Hospice supplies are
used effectively and economically at all times.
Understand and comply with the policies
and practices of the organisation.
The post holder will observe the
organisations No Smoking policy.
You are required on an annual basis to
attend and comply with the mandatory training requirements, plus any other
training as deemed appropriate.
Maintain
confidentiality in respect of all information
To be an effective representative of
Willowbrook Hospice and to act at all times in a professional manner,
promoting a positive company image.
Undertake any other duties which
commensurate with the post at the request of the IPU Manager or other
Willowbrook Hospice Manager.
This is an outline of the post holders
duties and responsibilities. It is not
intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to
meet the changing needs of Willowbrook Hospice.
It is the responsibility of all employees
to support Willowbrooks vision of promoting a positive approach to diversity
and equality of opportunity, to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage in
service delivery and employment, and to manage, support or comply through the
implementation of Equality & Diversity Strategies and Policies.
It is the responsibility of all
employees to work with managers to achieve a healthy and safe environment,
and to take reasonable care of themselves and others. The post holder must
safeguard the welfare of patients, visitors, staff and volunteers in
accordance with Health & Safety regulations under the Health & Safety
At Work Act 1974.
The prevention and control of infection
is the responsibility of everyone who is employed by Willowbrook Hospice.
Employees must be aware of infection control policies, procedures and the
importance of protecting themselves and others in maintaining a clean and
healthy environment.
This post is subject to an enhanced
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is covered by the Exceptions
Order of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
