Inpatient Unit Assistant volunteer

Purpose of this role

Inpatient Unit Assistants provide invaluable support to staff, patients and their families and carers within the Unit throughout the day. They provide much needed assistance to the smooth running of the unit, providing both practical and emotional support. 

Main tasks

·        To assist in the patient kitchen  

·        Assistance with preparation, serving and clearing of food and drinks

·        Completing menu choices with patients for main kitchen

·        Delivering patient meals cooked by our resident chef

·        Welcoming new visitors and supporting families and carers in the unit 

·        Relaying patient queries and passing on information to nursing staff

·        Checking and restocking IPU kitchen cupboards

·        Checking and changing flowers, watering plants inside and in the garden

·        Assisting with laundry

Assisting with additional ad hoc duties on request, as and when required to support the In-Patient Unit, as directed by staff member 

What are we looking for?

We are particularly looking for people to cover the following shifts:

• Monday afternoons (1 to 4.30)
• Tuesday and Wednesday evenings (4.30 to 7)
• Friday mornings (9 to 1.30)
• Sunday evenings (4.30 to 7)

Age 17+

·        Able to maintain confidentiality

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Flexibility and ability to commit to regular hours

·        Ability to work independently/using initiative when required 

What's in it for you?

• this role helps build empathy, social skills and team working
• our IPU team are friendly, busy and purposeful and welcome the extra support that volunteers offer
• Give your time knowing that you are making a difference to patients and families at a difficult time in their lives