Job responsibilities
MAIN
RESPONSIBILITIES To work as an integral member of the team, undertaking tasks
delegated by a Registered Nurse and/or the Head of Care/Deputy. In the absence
of the parent/carer, to assume responsibility for the emotional and physical
care of a child with the direction and support of a Registered Nurse. To act as
an advocate for a child and their family, supporting their decisions and
choices.
To act as a role
model to all junior care assistants at all times and to provide advice and
guidance to them as required thus ensuring that a high standard of care is
provided by all the team at all times.
Ensure that all
children have individualised play during their stay at the hospice.
To undertake,
assist or supervise individual children, in relation to feeding dressing and toileting,
with due regard to the childs individual medical and developmental needs.
Under the guidance
of and with the support of a Registered Nurse, to complete clinical
competencies to enable clinical care to be carried out independently.
Ensure the hospice
equipment is used and stored appropriately in accordance with the equipment
inventory.
Know how to clean
and maintain equipment used by children e.g. wheelchairs, feeding pumps etc.as
directed by the standard operating procedures for cleaning
Ensure that all
junior care assistants are aware of the cleaning schedule/work book and
alongside the nurse in charge guide junior colleagues so that the hospice is
kept clean and tidy.
If applicable, care
for the childs clothing and ensure that all clothing is recorded, unpacked and
clearly marked.to provide guidance to the junior staff/new staff on the
procedures to follow.
To ensure the
maintenance of accurate and timely record keeping. All documented tasks to be
countersigned by a Registered Nurse.
Led by a Registered
Nurse, to be involved in the assessment, planning, implementation and
evaluation of the care of the children in partnership with the families and the
community team.
To ensure that all
children are given the time and assistance they need in undertaking any
activity or intervention whilst encouraging and praising independent skills
whenever possible.
To ensure that
individual childrens care plans are followed to the highest standards.
To adhere to Liverpool Zoes
Place policies and procedures, guidelines and standards at all times and
to promote these to others.
Recognise and
feedback any changes in childs condition and where required take appropriate
action to support care and treatment under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Adopt the role of
link worker as required by Liverpool Zoes Place and at all times lead by
example in the link role.
Take advantage of
training opportunities to further develop your skills to enhance your role
within Liverpool Zoes Place including all mandatory training sessions.
Support training
and supervision of junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in
the Hospice, under the supervision of senior Staff Members.
Attend and
participate in an annual appraisal and regular reviews of performance and
objectives, identifying gaps in knowledge/skills and developing a plan to
enhance service and self development.
To encourage and
promote the philosophy of Liverpool Zoes Place and present a good public image, to
co-operate with all staff in maintaining good relationships with outside
agencies in order to uphold the charitys image and to win increased support
for its work.
Assist in the
social activities organised within the hospice including the parent support
group and the sibling support group, helping to organise and deliver the
activities to a high standard.
Answer Nurse Call
system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone
appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
To ensure effective
communication with Liverpool Zoes Place staff, members of the MDT, children and their
families and to refer questions to appropriate personnel and communicate
answers.
To attend staff
meetings and participate in other meetings as appropriate.
To report any
incidents and accidents to the nurse in charge in a timely manner and ensure
that they are recorded in the appropriate documentation.
To manage clinical
duties and resources effectively to ensure the smooth running of the service.
Promote and
maintain dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times.
Under direction and
supervision of a Registered Nurse, to participate in the preparation of a child
and family for loss and bereavement and to care for a child and family after
death.
To conduct yourself
at all times in a professional manner in both appearance and conduct.
To work flexibly to
meet the needs of the service and the team.
To be aware of, and
responsive to, the changing nature of the Trust and adopt a flexible and
pro-active approach to work.
To promote the
speciality of palliative care and evidence based practices and develop the
service within the sphere of responsibility.
To participate in
regular supervision with line manager and any staff for whom you have
responsibility.
To carry out
clinical tasks whilst looking after the child with registered nurse supervision
such as tracheostomy care, gastrostomy care etc.
This job description is not
an exclusive description of the role and will develop and change to meet the
evolving needs of the service