About this role
Job summary
This role is essentially housekeeping, to support the team in a busy Medical ward byundertaking a range of activities which contribute to the maintenance of a safe and clean environment,iThe housekeeper will work directly under the supervision of the nurse in charge
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities listed below should be undertaken in accordance with the levels of competenceas defined in the KSF outline for this post. In addition all staff are expected to act in accordance with the valuesand behaviours of the TrustExcellent care with compassionTo act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust's values working as part of a team to ensure thatpatients and relatives receive excellent care with compassionMaintenance of clinical environment and control ofinfection control issues.? Ensure a clean, safe, tidy and comfortable clinicalenvironment.
To ensure the safe storage of equipment andmaintenance of unit stock level
To prepare and serve hot/cold drinks as required for the patients
Clerical duties are expected
Assist with unit audits.
About us
If you are successful you will be welcomed into our amazing team that genuinely care about one another. Your wellbeing is important to us and you will be supported to maintain a work life balance at LTHTR.
You will need to be an excellent team player with a committed and professional approach, playing a key role in maintaining a clean and safe environment; You will provide support with basic administration duties, maintenance of stock including ordering & stock rotation and the provision of refreshments to patients.
In return you will be fully supported by colleagues who are committed to teaching and nurturing. We recognise that our staff are our most valuable resource, and we are proud of the excellent levels of service our team provides to our service users and the dedication and professionalism of our staff.
Job description Job responsibilities
Maintenance of clinical environment and control ofinfection control issues.Ensure a clean, safe, tidy and comfortable clinicalenvironment including maintenance of the clinical environment, control of infection and reporting of malfunctioning equipment .Maintaining unit stock levels and ensuring that stock levels are set to ensure availability of all required stock but not an over stock of any items.. Some clerical duties may be required.Providing drinks round to patients during the day unless otherwise specified.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education Essential
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
GCSE Maths & English Grade C or above OR level 2 Numeracy skills and level 2 Literacy skills
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Previous experience of working with the public Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality
Desirable
Previous experience of working with patients in a healthcare setting
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer details Employer name Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address chorley hospital
euxton lane
chorley
PR7 1PP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)