Job summary Important note for candidates unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and the minimum number of hours available per week is We are looking for enthusiastic and dependable colleagues with Health and / or Social Care experience who can contribute to the care of our patients with kindness, compassion and empathy.The ward at Melton Community Hospital is led by nurses and you will work under their guidance as part of a very caring team.
You will be supported to complete the Care Certificate if you do not already hold this and we actively encourage on-going development.The post will provide cover on a rota basis over a 24 hour per day, 7 day a week service.
The ward provides sub-acute care, palliative care and complex rehabilitation and is one of thirteen wards which form the Trusts Inpatient Community Health Services Division.You are welcome to visit during the application process to give you an insight into the role.
If you would like to arrange a visit, please contact - or 07917013535The Trust encourages a healthy work life balance and flexible working opportunities are available.
Main duties of the job Undertaking clinical observations and providing clinical care as delegated.Supporting our patients in maintaining their health, well-being and independence.Providing personal care.Accurately recording patient information.Working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
About us We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.
About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages.
Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community.
We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment.
We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.
Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.
We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.
For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).
All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual.
This will be deducted from salary once started.
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