Day Procedure Unit Volunteer (Modbury)

Volunteer Duties in the day Procedure Unit:

• Make Tea or coffee for Post Op Patients once they are in the recliners.
• Talking with Pre-Op patients once they are in the recliners.
• Working with the ward clerks to help direct patients.
• Being aware of all OHS requirements for Volunteers and helping to maintain a safe work environment for both NHVA volunteers and local staff.
• Collate patient information packs

Volunteer Duties in ward One East:

• Make Tea or coffee for Post Op Patients and their visitors.
• Chatting with the patients who have no visitors.
• Restocking of PPE
• Working with the ward clerks to help direct families and patients.
• Being aware of all OHS requirements for Volunteers and helping to maintain a safe work environment for both NHVA volunteers and local staff.

Working Hours: 8.30am to 12.30pm and 12.30pm to 4.00pm Mon - Fri

Skills required:

• Ability to use initiative and be responsible.
• Ability to take regular instructions from supervising hospital staff.
• Ability to work independently or a team environment in the nominated work area.
• Ability to bend in a safe manner and lift lighter weighted loads (up to 6kg).
• A tolerance for activity and a busy workplace.
• Good communication (and listening skills).
• An ability to be able to relate to a wide range of people.

Expectations of the Northern Healthcare Volunteer Association (NHVA)

• Be neatly attired when reporting for their shifts ensuring NHVA Uniform shirt and closed in shoes
• Be courteous and helpful to clients, families and staff
• Be prepared to follow the directions of the Unit Manager or Shift Co-ordinator
• Abide by the guidelines of the NHVA
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Be reliable and ensure adequate notice is given if unable to attend shift.
• Attend any training which is provided and deemed necessary