Mater Private is seeking to recruit a full time Ward Attendant (Permanent). We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate individual with an interest in a career in healthcare.
Shift patterns are as follows:
Day Shifts - 7:30am - 20:00pm
Hours - 37.5
Contract Type - Permanent
Duties and Responsibilities
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Introduces patients to other staff and patients as appropriate.
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Informs patient's re: "No Smoking Policy"
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Orientates patients to the general ward to include Nurses Station, Clinical Nurse Manager's office, general facilities and fire exits.
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Demonstrates how to use TV remote control, phone, call bell, lights and ensure all are within easy access to the patient.
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Inform patient of Mass and other Religious Services times and TV channel as appropriate.
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Assists patient with feeding as supervised by RGN.
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Assists patient with personal care as supervised by RGN.
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Accompanies patient's mobilizing as supervised by RGN.
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Accompanies patient's mobilizing as supervised by RGN.
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Reports to Nursing Staff any complaints or other concerns expressed by patients or family
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Communicates concerns regarding patients to Clinical Nurse Manager.
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Directs patients, relatives and telephone enquiries to appropriate nursing personnel.
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On patient discharge, accompany patient to foyer and use luggage trolley as provided.
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Reports to Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse in Charge at the beginning of each shift and when leaving the floor for meal breaks.
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Ensures all stock levels are adequate as per ward guidelines.
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Ensures store room and clean utility rooms are kept neat and tidy.
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Practice Infection Control guidelines as per hospital policies.
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Responsible to attend mandatory training as provided by the hospital.
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Carries out appropriate duties as mat be assigned from time to time by Clinical Nurse Manager.
Application Criteria:
Good standard of education
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Awareness/sensitivity toward patient needs
Discretion & ability to use initiative
Excellent organizational skills with an ability to multi-task.
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