Housekeeper

Job overview

We are seeking a flexible and caring individual to join our dedicated nursing team at the Renal Dialysis Unit at  Manchester Royal Infirmary and help provide high quality care to our patients. The MRI Renal Dialysis  Unit is open 6 days a week and delivers the hemodialysis treatment to patients with kidney failure.

We care for patients with various conditions, complex needs and diverse backgrounds.  You will take responsibility for ensuring that the patient environment is fully prepared for the patient to undertake hemodialysis, which requires a flexible, calm approach and the ability to follow direction when needed. You will have the chance to work with a diverse patient group, meaning that the role can be very rewarding. You will have; Good communication and interpersonal skills A genuine interest in patient care A friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate attitude You will be;

Honest and trustworthy Able to relate well with patients/clients/relatives/visitors/colleagues the multi-disciplinary team and the wider trust staff In return we will provide a comprehensive induction programme and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge and skills where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

To provide support to trained Hemodialysis staff in order to deliver a more timely and efficient service as part of the pathway for patients undertaking Hemodialysis treatment on the dialysis Unit. The post holder will undertake duties that will allow more effective use of nursing time and will also contribute to the efficient running of the service .

You will take responsibility for ensuring that all medical equipment is clean and well maintained and liaise with the domestic supervisors and staff to ensure cleaning is of a high standard , waiting areas are well maintained for patient  use. You will take responsibility for ensuring the dialysis unit  has adequate equipment and stock. You will undertake reporting any estates work and request for patient transport  portering services.

In addition, you will be responsible for assisting the team in continuous quality improvement work by undertaking audits on the Department. The role also entails keeping ward information boards up to date, and friends & family feedback is maintained.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.  This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’.  Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.  As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.  If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!