Healthcare Assistant (In-Patient Unit) Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
We are currently looking for Healthcare Assistants who will work as part of a friendly and supporting multi-disciplinary team in our In-Patient Unit, based from our Hospice in Cambridge
The Inpatient Unit at Arthur Rank Hospice has 23 beds that provide expert care to patients with complex and end of life care needs. We are holistic in our approach and the care is tailored to each person’s specific needs. The compassionate team of Nurses and Healthcare Assistants provide practical and holistic care supporting patients and their families.
You will assist in the delivery of nursing and specialist palliative care, ensuring the highest possible standards of care are received by patients, while in the hospice, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will also contribute to the effectiveness of the team by participating in the multi – disciplinary team working to support individuals in the hospice.
The successful candidate will have experience as a Nursing Assistant, or equivalent, in a hospice or community setting, caring and understanding attitude and empathy as well as be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Previous experience within palliative/terminal care setting will be an advantage.
We have full and part-time hours available
All staff are expected to work an internal shift rotation including days, nights and weekends.
Shift times are:
Early: 07:30 – 15:30
Late: 13:30 – 21:30
Night: 19:30 – 08:00
Long Days: 07:30 – 20:00
Please note that the salary quoted is based on full time hours and needs to be pro-rata’d for part time posts. We regret that we are unable to negotiate salary above the maximum stated within the advert.
We are committed to inclusivity, respect, fairness, engagement and equality of opportunity for our patients and their families, our staff and trustees, our volunteers and our supporters. We value the strength that comes with difference and the positive contribution that diversity brings to our community. Therefore, candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. We are also working to increase diversity throughout the organisation and we particularly welcome applications from BAME people who are currently under-represented.
Arthur Rank Hospice Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults who draw on care and support and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
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