Overview
MacDonald Ward is an acute 28 bedded Complex Care Frailty ward caring for elderly patients. The team is friendly and supportive with a strong commitment to a high standard of care.
Responsibilities
* Provide delegated clinical procedures such as removal of cannula, undertake physiological observations, escort patients from clinical areas, provide personal care and accurately document all interventions.
* Book hospital transport to take patients home.
* Support patients who are acutely unwell, may have dementia & delirium, difficulty in walking, falls and frailty.
* Complete induction course and mandatory training.
Qualifications
* Minimum GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths.
* Care Certificate and or NVQ2 two in health and social care or equivalent qualification.
* Hospital experience desirable but not essential.
* Well motivated and committed to high standards of patient care and personal professional development.
Benefits
* Staff development, enrolment in NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
* Access to free psychological support through Employee Assistance Programme.
* Onsite parking available from £50 a year.
Contact
Please refer to the job description attached. For further information or an informal discussion contact Vicky Curtis-Bird, Matron – MacDonald Ward Tel: 0300 131 4956 (ext 734956).
Advert closes on Thursday 23 Oct 2025.
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