About this role
- The Role:1.Work under the supervision of the CNM/ Nurse in Charge at all times2.
- Deliver practical nursing care assistance3.Collaborate with the nursing staff in helping patients with the activities of daily living4.Assist in keeping all unit areas clean and tidy5.Cleaning and making up unoccupied beds when necessary6.Attending to the hygiene of equipment such as I.V. stands, infusion pumps, hoists, bed cages, patient chairs, commodes and other ward equipment7.Attend to spillages by reporting same to housekeeping as quickly as possible in order to prevent accidents8.Assist in the disposal of clinical waste according to hospital policy9.Assist mobile but disorientated patients to navigate safely around the unit10.Delivering specimens to the laboratory when necessary11.Checking unit stock and listing those which need re-ordering12.Maintaining orderly storage of supplies13.Any other duties as assigned by the Unit Manager The Candidate:1.FETAC Qualification - Major Award, Level 52.Previous experience (1 year) in a similar role3.Excellent communication skills, ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team 4.Flexibility in work practices – this role may involve working nights and weekends