IPU Clinical Environmental Assistant

Provide a level of customer care relevant to the needs of the patients and carers. Maintain good housekeeping of treatment and storage areas as required throughout the day, ensuring that stock is replenished and stored as necessary and ward areas are tidy. In conjunction with housekeeping staff, ensure that a high quality of cleanliness is observed within the In-patient unit, supporting with the audit of cleaning standards as required. Under the direction of the nurse, report any faulty equipment or appliances, ensuring preparation and completion of all relevant documentation prior to being sent for repair. Prepare and complete required documentation for equipment requiring servicing. Locate equipment and submit to CRH. Maintain asset register, liaising with WA volunteers to ensure the necessary housekeeping and cleanliness of ward equipment is maintained. Undertake errands as required to support the service. Assist with patient audits e.g. friends and family / patient satisfaction. Liaise with linen service, coordinating stock replenishment as and when required. With support from the nursing team, undertake weekly RDC ordering. Maintain adequate departmental supplies, ensuring stock rotation of disposable equipment and the audit of expiry dates. Liaise with the supplies and estates departments as and when appropriate. Comply with Health and Safety regulations by undertaking all duties safely and responsibly. Contribute to the promotion of a safe working environment and participate in Moving and Handling, Food Hygiene, Waste Management and Fire Safety practices. Contribute to the reduction of hospice acquired infection by ensuring that all infection control standards for ward and personal hygiene are maintained. Under the direction of nursing staff, work in a collaborative and co-operative manner with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Comply with hospice operational policies and procedures and observe their requirements. Work within the hospice Clinical Governance Framework. Carry out all duties in a courteous, sympathetic and professional manner at all times. Respect patients' privacy and dignity, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

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