Frontline ED Volunteer: Comfort & Care in a Busy Dept

Kingston Hospital NHS Trust; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Kingston upon Thames is seeking volunteers for the Emergency Department. Volunteers will provide essential practical and emotional support to patients and their families during assessments. Responsibilities include offering information, serving refreshments, and supporting patients with Dementia. This role requires a commitment of at least 3 hours per week for six months and participation in mandatory training. It's a vital role in a busy service, allowing individuals to make a meaningful difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide comfort and reassurance to patients in a busy environment.
• Commitment to volunteer for a minimum of 6 months and one shift of 3 hours per week.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and provide valid ID documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support and information to patients and families.
• Serve refreshments and offer respite to family members and carers.
• Assist patients with Dementia for a positive experience.

Job description

A local healthcare provider in Kingston upon Thames is seeking volunteers for the Emergency Department. Volunteers will provide essential practical and emotional support to patients and their families during assessments. Responsibilities include offering information, serving refreshments, and supporting patients with Dementia. This role requires a commitment of at least 3 hours per week for six months and participation in mandatory training. It's a vital role in a busy service, allowing individuals to make a meaningful difference in patient care.