We welcome applications to join the In-Patient Unit team, assisting nursing staff to provide a high standard of direct nursing care to patients and their families. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team, developing good communications between patients and families and nursing staff and helping to maintain patient wellbeing and comfort.
The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ (level 2) in health and social care or equivalent, have string communication skills and experience of working in a caring environment.
As an employee, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 27 days holiday (pro rata for part time staff), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, high-quality, low-cost meals at our Dalton site and complementary therapies. NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing.
The Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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