Job summary
We are currently recruiting health care assistants to expand our successful Palliative Care Support Service. You will be part of a dedicated team caring for people with life-limiting conditions in their own homes, committed to delivering high standards of care to patients and their families.
This is a rewarding opportunity for you to join our dedicated organisation as we work to provide the best of life, at the end of life, for those who need us most. You will have the chance to use your holistic knowledge and skills to make a valuable, positive difference to the lives of those suffering with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a member of the community palliative care team providing overnight support to patients in their own home. They will work unsupervised undertaking a broad range of duties relating to the care of patients with end of life/palliative care needs in their homes.
Work within the policy framework of the hospice in its provision of specialist palliative and supportive care by ensuring that the clinical aims and objectives of the organisation are met.
The Hospice operates a KSF-based workforce development programme, which incorporates a detailed method of Personal Development Review (PDR). The competence and performance of our staff is important to us; you may be asked to attend training and development some of which may be mandatory.
About us
North London Hospice is a registered charity, that has been caring for local people since 1984. The Community teams cover three London boroughs Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey
Having provided incredible palliative and end of life care to patients for nearly four decades, we pride ourselves on the dedication and quality that we can bring to any situation. We're passionate, caring and focused on ensuring that everyone under our care feels cared for and supported at one of the most important moments of their lives.
We are committed to offering a healthy work/life balance, with accessible mental health support, an extensive range of lifestyle and health benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.If you would like to be part of a team that makes a difference and plays an active role within the community, then this could be a perfect opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care where it has been identified this will support patients in their preferred place of care/ preferred place of death and prevent unwanted /unnecessary admissions to hospital. Working with the PAT, and DN service to manage ongoing care
- Under the supervision of a CNS, monitor and review the effectiveness of interventions with patients to ensure care is patient centred.
- Deliver high quality care as required to patients as detailed in care plans, reporting any changes in condition to the CNS team.
- Respect peoples dignity, wishes and beliefs and involve them in shared decision making, obtaining their consent.
- Act as an advocate for the patient when necessary.
- Provide basic support, information and advice to bereaved family members in liaison with Social Worker and Bereavement Support manager
See JD for full main responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care where it has been identified this will support patients in their preferred place of care/ preferred place of death and prevent unwanted /unnecessary admissions to hospital. Working with the PAT, and DN service to manage ongoing care
- Under the supervision of a CNS, monitor and review the effectiveness of interventions with patients to ensure care is patient centred.
- Deliver high quality care as required to patients as detailed in care plans, reporting any changes in condition to the CNS team.
- Respect peoples dignity, wishes and beliefs and involve them in shared decision making, obtaining their consent.
- Act as an advocate for the patient when necessary.
- Provide basic support, information and advice to bereaved family members in liaison with Social Worker and Bereavement Support manager
See JD for full main responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education to GCSE level or equivalent
- NVQ care level 2
- NVQ level 3 or agreement to undertake within 2 years
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Literate and numerate
- Good communication skills -written and verbal and listening
- Organisational skills
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in healthcare setting caring for patients
- Experience of caring in the home setting
- Experience in caring for the dying patient
Desirable
- Palliative care experience
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of end of life care
- Health and safety issues
- Understanding and commitment to hospice philosophy
Other
Essential
- Car driver
- Ability to work shifts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General education to GCSE level or equivalent
- NVQ care level 2
- NVQ level 3 or agreement to undertake within 2 years
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Literate and numerate
- Good communication skills -written and verbal and listening
- Organisational skills
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in healthcare setting caring for patients
- Experience of caring in the home setting
- Experience in caring for the dying patient
Desirable
- Palliative care experience
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of end of life care
- Health and safety issues
- Understanding and commitment to hospice philosophy
Other
Essential
- Car driver
- Ability to work shifts
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
