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Ward Volunteer Ayr Hospita
When We Need You
From 06/01/2010 onwards
About Opportunity
To provide support to patients during their stay in hospital and help improve their overall experience. Ward volunteers compliment the work of paid staff through offering assistance at mealtimes (as directed by staff) and helping to create a relaxed and friendly environment for patients through general befriending or activities.
Availability
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About NHS Ayrshire & Arran
To involve the local community at all ages with the hospital and therby improving the patient experience throughout.
Skills & Experience
Ability to work as a team-player, ability to communicate well with patients and willingness to undertake any necessary training as outlined by staff. Any previous experience of working in healthcare would be advantageous.
Travel Details
Currently opportunities are available in Ayr Hospital, Biggart, Crosshouse and Ayrshire Central.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Other, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Induction covering all usual aspects i.e Health and Safety, Hand Hygiene, Moving and Handling, Violence & Aggresssion etc. Also training from Dietician, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist. Food hygiene training and ward induction also
Work Type
Care / Support worker
Client Group
Health/Hospitals/hospices
Expenses Detail
24p per mile communiting rate from home to base.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
To be agreed between staff and volunteer eg: 10-1pm / 2-5pm etc
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
20
Reference Code
56-683
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
60 Kyle Street
KA7 1RZ
Contact: Voluntary Action South Ayrshire
Tel: 01292 263 626
Email: seonaid@voluntaryactionsouthay...
Website: http://www.voluntaryactio...
