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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our department for a housekeeper post to work alongside our clinical team helping us to provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our patients.
The post will require the applicant to work across the Gynaecology Unit supporting G1 inpatient and day case, Gynaecology outpatients and the oncology CNS team.
The Gynaecology unit comprises of inpatient and outpatient services relating to general gynaecology, oncology, early pregnancy, fertility, and emergency care.
Successful candidates will be well supported and have continuing opportunities for personal and professional development.
Main duties of the job
- Assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards on the ward and report to the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse and Matron on the level of cleanliness in the area.
- Participate in environmental monitoring and inspections.
- Spot cleaning i.e. ensure spillage’s including body fluids are dealt with swiftly and efficiently in accordance with Trust policies.
- Upkeep of ward appearance i.e. removing clutter, tidy notice boards, attend to storage requirements, signage, tidy nurse stations etc.
- Ensure bed areas are clean and prepared for new patients.
- Assist patients with meal choices as directed by the Nurse in Charge
- Clinic equipment management and safe storage (both clinical and non-clinical)
- Undertake errands, where appropriate, as directed by the Nurse in Charge.
- Minor clerical duties as required.
- Ordering of stock and non-stock items, ensuring shelf top-up and stock rotation.
- Deal with telephone calls and personal callers as appropriate.
- Carry out all duties safely and responsibly, showing awareness of Health and Safety Policies, Food Hygiene and COSHH Regulations
- Ability to maintain complete confidentiality with regard to all patient issues.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.