Housekeeper - Ward A600 General Intensive Care Unit in Bristol inBristol PUBLISHED THU 28 NOV 2024 Jump to job information section
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Job description
We require a Full-time Housekeeper on Ward A600 (Adult General Intensive Care Unit) to help us maintain a safe, tidy and efficient environment on our busy unit .
The full-time position consists of 7.5 hours a day Monday-Friday. Working times are 7am until 3 pm.
As a Housekeeper on ward A600, you will work in a supportive role, assisting the clinical nursing team to ensure the department runs smoothly.
You will need to be flexible, adaptable and have strong organisational skills. Excellent communication skills are important as you will be liaising with teams throughout the hospital whilst working closely with the nursing team.
You will be responsible for working as part of a team to order and organise ward stock, as well as an array of non-clinical tasks with additional duties as directed by the nursing/support staff.
You will also be patient facing, taking patient food orders in the morning and ensuring this is done in a timely manner. You will also be assisting the meal service to patients and ensuring this runs smoothly and caters for all patients needs.
In addition, the role involves ward cleaning of clinical equipment - keeping the area tidy and clean, this is essential to maintaining the ward's high cleanliness audit scores.
Experience in Housekeeping is desirable but not essential. You must have strong organisation, communication, IT and time management skills and be able to be innovative with a zest for new challenges as the department grows and develops new services.
Please See The Full Job Description For Further Details.
If you would like to work in a healthcare setting and enjoy a busy and rewarding environment, then this could be the job for you!
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Christopher Summers Job title: Charge Nurse Email address: Telephone number:
Band 7 team via
The full-time position consists of 7.5 hours a day Monday-Friday. Working times are 7am until 3 pm.
As a Housekeeper on ward A600, you will work in a supportive role, assisting the clinical nursing team to ensure the department runs smoothly.
You will need to be flexible, adaptable and have strong organisational skills. Excellent communication skills are important as you will be liaising with teams throughout the hospital whilst working closely with the nursing team.
You will be responsible for working as part of a team to order and organise ward stock, as well as an array of non-clinical tasks with additional duties as directed by the nursing/support staff.
You will also be patient facing, taking patient food orders in the morning and ensuring this is done in a timely manner. You will also be assisting the meal service to patients and ensuring this runs smoothly and caters for all patients needs.
In addition, the role involves ward cleaning of clinical equipment - keeping the area tidy and clean, this is essential to maintaining the ward's high cleanliness audit scores.
Experience in Housekeeping is desirable but not essential. You must have strong organisation, communication, IT and time management skills and be able to be innovative with a zest for new challenges as the department grows and develops new services.
Please See The Full Job Description For Further Details.
If you would like to work in a healthcare setting and enjoy a busy and rewarding environment, then this could be the job for you!
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Christopher Summers Job title: Charge Nurse Email address: Telephone number:
Band 7 team via
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To work as a housekeeper in the UK, you should possess a variety of skills and qualities that will help you perform your duties effectively. Here are some essential skills and attributes needed for the role:
1. Attention to Detail: Being thorough in cleaning and organizing is crucial, as even small oversights can affect the quality of work.
2. Time Management: Housekeepers often have multiple tasks to complete in a limited time, so effective organization and prioritization are important.
3. Physical Stamina: The job can be physically demanding, requiring lifting, bending, and being on your feet for extended periods.
4. Cleaning Skills: Knowledge of cleaning techniques, products, and equipment is vital. This includes understanding how to clean different surfaces and materials effectively.
5. Organizational Skills: Housekeepers need to maintain order and cleanliness in various spaces, so being organized helps in planning and executing tasks efficiently.
6. Communication Skills: Good communication is important for understanding client needs, reporting issues, and possibly working with other staff.
7. Discretion and Trustworthiness: Housekeepers often work in private homes or sensitive environments, making it essential to respect privacy and maintain confidentiality.
8. Basic Food Safety: If involved with kitchen cleaning or meal preparation, basic knowledge of food hygiene standards is beneficial.
9. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to issues that may arise during the cleaning process.
10. Flexibility: Being adaptable to varying schedules and undertaking different tasks as needed is often required.
11. Customer Service Orientation: Providing a pleasant environment and ensuring client satisfaction is key, especially in roles that involve direct interaction with homeowners or guests.
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