Palliative Response Team Community Health Care Assistant

4 weeks ago

Watford, United Kingdom Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care Full time

Job summary

The purpose of this role is to deliver care and support to patients, families, and carers at home for those identified as requiring care and support at end of life.

Main duties of the job

Competently working along, or with a registered health professional (nurse or paramedic), as required, with patients and their families in the home environment with support and guidance from qualified professionals. Respond to all calls and requests for patient visits, speaking with patients and relatives as required. To adhere to the lone worker policy and procedure. Working collaboratively with hospice and community partners. Acting as a Rennie Grove Peace ambassador within the community.

About us

Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care started formally operating in July 2023, through the merger of two successful organisations, Rennie Grove Hospice Care and Peace Hospice Care. We offer exceptional, specialised and highly valued care, serving our local community of people affected by life-limiting illness or bereavement, across Herts and Bucks.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Competently working along, or with a registered health professional (nurse or paramedic), as required, with patients and their families in the home environment with support and guidance from qualified professionals. Respond to all calls and requests for patient visits, speaking with patients and relatives as required. To adhere to the lone worker policy and procedure. Working collaboratively with hospice and community partners. Acting as a Rennie Grove Peace ambassador within the community.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Proven experience working effectively in a team.

Desirable

Experience of working within a care setting. Experience of working within a community setting. Relevant experience in assisting patients with their personal hygiene.

Qualifications

Essential

NA

Desirable

Care Certificate / NVQ Level 2.

Additional Criteria

Essential

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Car driver and driving licence Ability to work effectively in an emotionally demanding environment. Drive and enthusiasm. Ability to work autonomously and as an effective member of a team, using initiative. Caring and empathetic approach. Excellent interpersonal skills. Flexible and adaptable to a variety of tasks. Ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure. Able to maintain confidentiality. Commitment to Rennie Grove Peace purpose.

Desirable

Knowledge of and experience in care at end of life and after death.

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