Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

Deputise in the absence of the head chef to respond to catering requests and ensure the kitchen runs smoothly.

Prepare hot and cold dishes as per specifications to a high standard. (Measured by customer feedback and audit).

Keep the kitchen equipment in a clean, organised, and tidy state.

Offer feedback, recipe, and menu ideas to the head chef.

Be willing to take on extra responsibility as and when required under guidance.

Be prepared to develop a working understanding of potential symptoms and conditions which may impact diet, nutrition, and food preparation.

Demonstrate an interest in modern cooking techniques, current food trends and seasonal produce making suggestions and contributing to meetings and discussions.

Control of Infection

Prevention and management of infection is the responsibility of all members of staff and volunteers working at East Cheshire Hospice and forms an integral element of patient safety programmes. Where control of infection regimes are in force they are to be complied with at all times and staff are reminded of the importance of maintaining a high standard of personal and environmental hygiene and to follow local protocols.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a kitchen setting.
• Experience of preparing meals from scratch, including catering for different dietary requirements.

Qualifications

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in professional cookery or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence when undertaking any task in the kitchen.
• Calm and resilient under pressure.
• Excellent customer service skills and standards.
• Works in a clean, tidy and organised way.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve in a busy service environment.
• A demonstrable and enthusiastic commitment to continuous improvement.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire Hospice

Address

Millbank Drive

Macclesfield

Cheshire

SK10 3DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties

Professional and Clinical duties include:

• To practice as a professional nurse in direct patient care, ensuring that the dignity, safety and confidentiality of patients is always respected and that all patients receive the highest possible standards of holistic care
• To recognise nutritional and hydration needs of patients and liaise with catering staff to ensure the provision of appropriate meals; acknowledging and assisting patients that require assistance with diet and fluids
• To promote professional standards of behaviour and ensure that junior nursing staff are aware of their personal accountability and their responsibilities as articulated in the Code of Professional Conduct of the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC)
• To be able to contribute to policies, procedures and service development, assisting in carrying out regular reviews and audits as appropriate
• To work closely with the multi-disciplinary team in creating a collaborative and planned approach to patient care
• To maintain personal contact with patients, relatives and carers ensuring that their psychological, spiritual and social needs are met
• To maintain custody and storage of controlled and other drugs, checking and witnessing administration procedures and strictly adhering to the Hospices Medicines Management policy
• To assist in fostering an atmosphere of reflective practice, where team members openly discuss the standards of individual practice and critical incidents are a learning opportunity for all
• To contribute to the development of professional nursing practice, demonstrating a commitment to disseminating information, sharing experiences and identifying opportunities for the development of services
• To take responsibility for the accuracy and legibility of patient care records
• To ensure the East Cheshire Hospice Safeguarding policy is adhered to by being committed to safeguarding the patients, staff and volunteers from harm, and uphold the responsibility as a member of staff, to ensure that any concerns are raised and acted upon immediately. Staff are expected to report concerns, participate in enquiries, and where appropriate develop a protection plan, reflecting on outcomes to develop further
• You will be required to rotate to other Hospice areas, based on clinical need, this will include Hospice@Home and when required the Sunflower Centre
• To undertake other duties as may be required

Management and Personnel duties include:

• To be able to deputise in the absence of the IPU Sister and be responsible for all patient support services if / when in charge of the unit by ensuring an equal and high quality of service for all aspects of care
• To assist with the induction, orientation and development of new or less experienced staff and volunteers within the team
• To ensure effective communication is maintained within the team, through formal and informal routes
• To identify and resolve specific managerial problems that may arise within a shift, when in charge. Reporting difficulties to the Inpatient Unit Manager, Sister and/or Head of Clinical Services
• To accept responsibility for specific administrative tasks as delegated by the Head of Clinical Services, Inpatient Unit Manager or Sister e.g. monitor systems for the ordering of clinical stores or equipment maintenance and repair
• To assist in promoting a healthy and safe working environment by ensuring compliance with all legislation and appropriate regulations. This includes establishing and maintaining systems for the conducting of Health and Safety Audits, the completion of risk and COSHH assessments and for the updating and communication of all relevant policies
• To record and monitor all accidents, untoward incidents etc. and report to the Sister, Inpatient Unit manager and/or Clinical Services Manage

Education & Auditing duties include:

• To contribute to the preparation of Care Quality Commission Annual Self-Assessments and to any inspections as required
• To be able to demonstrate a commitment to research-based practice and clinical excellence
• To attend/contribute to an education programme that consists of multi-disciplinary clinical sessions, attending conferences, educational programmes; being prepared to share any new knowledge with colleagues, Healthcare Assistants and student nurses
• To contribute to the development of East Cheshire Hospice as a centre of excellence, engaging with personal development plans
• To assist in investigating, in conjunction with the Head of Clinical Services and Unit Manager, complaints about aspects of patient care
• To attend statutory and mandatory training sessions at the request of the Head of Clinical Services.

Control of Infection

Prevention and management of infection is the responsibility of all members of staff and volunteers working at East Cheshire Hospice and forms an integral element of patient safety programmes. Where control of infection regimes are in force they are to be complied with at all times and staff are reminded of the importance of maintaining a high standard of personal and environmental hygiene and to follow local protocols.

Person Specification

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent time management.
• Excellent communication.
• Ability and desire to work independently and within a team.
• Commitment towards various quality and professional standards.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a similar environment.

Desirable

• Experience of delivering holistic care.
• Experience of mentoring staff.

Other

Essential

• Commitment to professional development Ability to work nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Continuous access to your own car, with appropriate business use insurance cover.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Recognised post-registration Palliative Care Qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire Hospice

Address

Millbank Drive

Macclesfield

Cheshire

SK10 3DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Due to service expansion, we are looking for kind, dedicated people to help deliver exceptional care to people in their own homes to join our Hospice@Home Team.

East Cheshire Hospice@Home supports patients and families in their own homes throughout East Cheshire. We take time to see beyond the patients condition to the whole person and their family. This essential and well supported team work closely with our community colleagues to complement existing local services.

• Staff Benefits Including subsidised staff meals, access to money saving offers via our very own ECH Sunflower Card and the NHS Blue Light Card
• 7 weeks paid holiday increasing upon length of service
• Free car parking at the Hospice
• NHS Pension scheme for existing members. Personal pension for non-NHS members
• Employee support and wellbeing We have a range of initiatives to support year health and wellbeing
• Comprehensive learning and development, with excellent training opportunities
• We will cover the cost of your DBS check
• Rotation programmes to support you to gain experience in different clinical specialitiesincluding the In-Patient Unit.
• Access to the shared Hospice@Home pool car / Mileage paid at 45p per mile when using own vehicle
• Pay across a whole shift including travel time.

• An interest in providing compassionate, high quality care to people with life limiting illnesses.
• An interest in furthering your training and development
• An appreciation that every patient, every home, every situation is unique
• A willingness to become a vital part of a persons daily routine to help them live with their illness
• An ability to travel independently throughout the Cheshire East and High Peak areas
• The ability to work rotational shifts across a 4-week shift pattern.
• Willingness to rotate to the In-Patient Unit this is a requirement for all Band 3 HCAs

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The experience of working in a community setting or similar environment.
• Previous experience in healthcare.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of palliative care when nursing patients at end of life.

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 healthcare (e.g. NVQ)
• The willingness and ability to carry out further training and complete the Hospices competency assessment.

Desirable

• Level 3 healthcare qualification.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good communication, numeracy, and IT skills.
• The ability and desire to work independently and within a team.
• Willing to demonstrate your flexibility to work unsociable hours on an advanced rota.
• Be able to demonstrate commitment towards various quality and care standards.
• The ability to work effectively in various emotionally and demanding situations.
• The ability to use your own initiative.
• Ability to travel freely/ daily across the East Cheshire Hospice catchment area.

Desirable

• Basic IT skills.
• Basic numeracy skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of palliative care when nursing patients at end of life.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire Hospice

Address

Millbank Drive

Macclesfield

Cheshire

SK10 3DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)