Job description

WE ARE LOOKING FOR TALENTED PEOPLE LIKE YOU!! Knowing that you’re making a difference to people’s lives is rewarding in itself. But our many roles offer much more than that. As well as helping you grow and develop your talent, we want you to feel proud of where you work and what you do. Priory Healthcare provides quality, specialised treatment and inpatient care for adults with learning disabilities who can have associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders.. With four locations based on the Norfolk/Suffolk border we offer medium and low secure environments which are linked with community based step-down services including continuing care and rehabilitation. The strength of Priory Healthcare lies in the quality of the comprehensive assessment, treatment and care we provide. The emphasis is on a holistic and individualised approach delivered by a multidisciplinary team which includes psychiatry, psychology, nursing (mental health and learning disability), occupational therapy, specialist teaching, speech and language therapy, social work and a practice nurse for physical healthcare. A critical member of the Ward team, supporting and assisting Registered Nurses in the assessment, planning and implementation of patient care. Delivering care to the patient as prescribed by the individual care plans and liaising with family members as appropriate. Main Duties: Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of all patients. Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation. Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate. Provide specific interventions with patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse, and following training and competency attainment. Such interventions include Observation and Engagement with Patients, escorting patients on leave, and being involved in de-escalation and management of violence and aggression. Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in regular ward meetings and attend other meetings as requested. To assist in the maintenance of stock levels, including pharmaceutical products. To assist in the maintenance of ward cleanliness and tidiness and adhere to infection control policy and procedures at all times. Develops and maintains a good professional relationship with patients, colleagues and visitors responding promptly and courteously to requests and enquiries. Help promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient / relatives and carers. Ensure service users are gaining a quality service that is value for their money. To receive and convey information from telephone or personal enquiries in a courteous manner and ensure all persons visiting the ward are greeted and assisted in a welcoming and supportive manner. Knowledge/ Education/ Skills: Educated to a minimum NVQ 1 or GCSE’s in Mathematics and English. Understands the need for strict confidentiality Basic IT literacy In return for your services we offer: Weekly pay (in arrears) A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) Supplemented meals while on duty Free parking Paid annual leave entitlement For more information please contact Sara Smith 01379 649900 or email [email protected] Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.