We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our activities team at our exceptional nursing home Ashley Court in Morningside, Edinburgh, working 30 hours per week.
Job Purpose
* To provide activities for the residents in the nursing home
* To uphold residents' rights to choice, privacy and dignity
* To communicate information to relevant personnel
* To keep up-to-date documentation as required by company policies and the regulating bodies
* To uphold residents' participation strategy
* To promote and show loyalty to the company and residents, both inside and outside the nursing home and respect confidentiality
* To treat colleagues with respect and ensure teamwork is good
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* To plan activities, taking into consideration the varying different needs and abilities of the residents
* To discuss plans with residents, either individually or in groups
* To seek feedback, comments and suggestions at resident meetings and from families/visitors
* To meet regularly with Manager/Deputy to discuss plans and seek advice on financial matters
* To participate in Entertainment Committee meetings to set out longer term plans
* To communicate with trained nurses/carers re intended activities and write in appropriate place, e.g. diary/'communication book'
* To feedback any concerns about residents' condition to nursing staff
* With agreement of senior staff, involve carers in activities
* Communicate and negotiate outings with minibus driver, ensuring that correct resident : staff ratio is adhered to outside the home
* To comply with company policies and procedures and adhere to safe working practices
* To adhere to company uniform policy
* To treat and use all equipment in a safe manner, keeping it clean and in good working order
* To attend staff meetings and training as required
* To maintain correctly written records as required by the company and statutory bodies
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