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Healthcare Support Volunteer at Penrith Hospital
2 months ago
Position Overview
What is the Volunteer to Career (VtC) initiative?
The North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust collaborates with Inspira, a leading organization in employability, to offer the Volunteer to Career Programme. This program is designed to tackle workforce shortages in the healthcare sector by motivating volunteers to explore career opportunities in Health and Social Care.
Eligibility Criteria for the VtC Programme
The VtC initiative welcomes individuals interested in pursuing a career in Health and Social Care. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess the right to work in the UK, and be prepared to undergo recruitment checks and training. A commitment of a minimum of 60 hours over at least 7 months is required.
Role Purpose
As a ward volunteer, you will provide companionship and support to patients, many of whom may be hospitalized for extended periods. Your role will involve facilitating various activities for patients, such as engaging in board games, reading, or simply conversing.
Main Responsibilities
Key Tasks Associated with this Role:
- Assist the Nutrition Coordinator in ensuring that each patient receives the correct meal and has everything they need during mealtime.
- Support patients with physical feeding and drinking when necessary.
- Enhance patient experience by offering a warm welcome, emotional support, and reassurance to patients and their families.
- Provide assistance to Healthcare Assistants and Nurses by replenishing drinks and spending time with patients.
- Run errands for patients, such as purchasing newspapers, magazines, or snacks as needed.
- Help prepare patients for meals and assist with feeding when required.
- Assist in serving meals and managing food presentation.
- Support with cutting food and opening packaging.
- Collect and tidy up after meal service.
- Engage with patients through conversation, reading, or playing games like dominoes.
Location: Penrith Jubilee Ward
About Our Organization
At North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, we strive to provide exceptional healthcare services to the North Cumbria population. Our commitment is to establish a center of excellence in delivering healthcare in rural and remote areas, offering a comprehensive range of community and acute services.
Our five core principles reflect our dedication to delivering 'safe, high-quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organization.
- Prioritizing quality and safety at the heart of our Trust.
- Ensuring a positive patient experience consistently.
- Creating a great workplace environment.
- Managing our financial resources effectively.
We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce that mirrors our local community and are focused on being an inclusive and compassionate workplace.
As part of our sustainability efforts, we are working collaboratively to achieve our goal of becoming the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff members are expected to contribute to these sustainability initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
For further details regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required for applicants, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
Important Information
Applicants who meet all essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview if applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful candidates moving to the region for specific positions. Please consult our policy for eligible vacancies.
Preceptorship Opportunities
The Trust offers a preceptorship period for all newly registered healthcare professionals, as well as for those returning to practice or transitioning into new roles or clinical environments.
It is essential to document evidence of meeting all essential criteria in your supporting information.
Due to the potential for a high volume of applications, this position may close earlier than the specified closing date. Therefore, it is advisable to submit your application promptly to ensure consideration.
Shortlisted candidates will receive an email notification to log into their Trac account to select an interview time, typically within two weeks of the closing date.
For candidates using a Hotmail account or those with strict firewall settings, please ensure to check your junk mail regularly.
