Job Summary
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* The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and have the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
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Responsibilities
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1. Assist in the delivery of direct care activities such as showering, bathing, sponging, repositioning, pressure area and skin care, hair washing, shaving, mouth and denture care, eye and ear care, assistance with toileting, provision, removal and cleaning of bedpans and urinals, general ward ambulation and support mobilisation.
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2. Reinforce instructions on use of aids for mobility or care as detailed in the plan of care, where appropriate.
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3. Assist with positioning, posture maintenance and comfort.
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4. Observe and report patient completion of and performance of tasks in line with the care plan.
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5. Set up and assist with patient meals and fluids for assessed low risk patients.
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6. Simple wound dressings.
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7. Last offices/care of the deceased.
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Additional Responsibilities
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1. Collect clinical data as allocated by the Registered Nurse.
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2. Report all patient observations to the appropriate Registered Nurse.
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3. Document all patient responses to direct care/assistance given, including in progress notes and clinical records in accordance with the plan of care and organisational protocols.
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4. Maintain the appearance and function of equipment such as lifting and mobilising aids, pressure reducing mattresses and other clinical devices used in nursing interventions.
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5. Change and make up occupied and unoccupied beds.
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6. Promote and maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
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