Apprentice HealthCare Assistant

A typical day in the job includes:

Assisting and working under supervision with other members of the hospice team Giving personal care to patients, including washing and dressing Supporting patients with their nutritional needs Communicating with patients and families sensitively and professionally Following and updating care plans

Training Outcome:
The hospice has several different clinical departments including Inpatients, Hospice at Home and Wellbeing allowing the option of progression within the hospice

Employer Description:
Wirral Hospice St John's provides free care for adult patients with life-limiting illnesses. We also support carers and loved ones; families are at the heart of everything we do. As a relatively small organisation we are committed to developing the skills and interests of our staff to ensure the workforce is motivated and equipped to deliver what is expected of them in a compassionate and competent manner through apprenticeships, formal training and workplace experience.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Kind and compassionate