Objective:

To support staff in the care of patients on the In-Patient by serving refreshments.

Tasks:

• Serving refreshments to Patients in order to assist the nursing staff.
• Collection of any dirty crockery/utensils remaining around the ward.
• Stacking the dishwasher ready for washing.
• Checking the patients’ occupancy and drinks required.
• Collection and refilling of water jugs for patients.
• Serving drinks of choice (including alcohol) to patients carefully checking the Nurses instructions.
• Emptying the dishwasher and putting away crockery.
• Other occasional additional tasks required by the nursing staff

Skills: 

• Caring, sensitive and empathetic.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to understand and strictly maintain confidentiality.
• Be able to use own initiative.
• Have the ability to work on your own and as part of a team.

What we offer you:

• The opportunity to use your skills to complement our work.
• The chance to share your skills and experience with others.
• Training and support to build new skills.
• A chance to meet lots of new people.
• The opportunity of working as part of a team of dedicated volunteers.

Commitment needed:       

 Available shifts as follows:

• Monday afternoon (3pm-5pm) fortnightly
• Monday evening (5pm-7pm) fortnightly
• Tuesday morning (11am-1pm) fortnightly
• Friday evening (5pm-7pm) weekly
• Sunday afternoon (1pm-3pm) weekly

A minimum of 2 hours per week and attendance at any specific training

Location:

Voluntary Services Office

Trinity Hospice

Low Moor Rd

Bispham, Blackpool

FY2 0BG

 

Telephone number:

Voluntary Services, 01253 952575