About this role
Job summary
St Johns Hospice is a 10 bedded in patient unit based in Balby, Doncaster. Specialist palliative care services at St Johns Hospice provide complex symptom management, psychological support and end of life care to patients and their families within a welcoming, safe and comfortable environment.
We are seeking a Nursing assistant with formal experience of working within a care environment; you should be passionate about providing high quality care and support and want to make a difference to our patients and their families at a difficult time in their lives.
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
Main duties of the job
Training will be provided to enable the Post holder to work with clients with complex and intensive needs on an individual basis. This may include using a range of medical / nursing equipment to optimise the patients' health, well being and independence.
Contributes to the assessment, implementation and delivery of individualised evidence-based care.
Provide feedback of current patient / service user status to appropriate members of the professional team.
Assist in the promotion and maintenance of individual patient / service user activities of daily living.
Assist the relevant professional during assessment / treatment / intervention where required.
Support the patient / service user to make use of available services and facilities.
Following Health and Safety regulations, promote a safe environment.
Contribute and participate within the Clinical Governance framework by attending team and unit meetings. Where required, to act as link person (acts as nominated representative for the team, attends meetings and feedback to colleagues in the team) eg Health & Safety, Infection Control and involvement with audit.
Report all accidents, incidents / untoward incidents as per policy.
Awareness of and adherence to all Trust polices and procedures
Maintain confidentiality at all times in accordance with Trust policies and national guidelines.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ Level 2 in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Experience Essential
Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others Previous experience of caring for palliative patients in a clinical setting Previous experience of working as part of a team
Knowledge Essential
Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality An awareness of pressure area care
Skills/ Abilities Essential
Good interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress Basic IT skills Be able to communicate effectively with patients and relatives who have a life limiting illness
Additional Requirements Essential
Exposure to emotional distress - care of terminally ill patients and patients that have progressive disease and their families / carers
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.
Employer details Employer name Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address St Johns Hospice
Weston Road
Balby Doncaster
DN4 8JS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)