Housekeeper - Ward 19

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 19 for a dedicated, enthusiastic and motivated Housekeeper.

Ward 219consists of a 28 bedded general medical ward.

We are a dedicated, welcoming and professional team of staff.

The Housekeeper is an integral member of the team who will work along side the Management and Nursing Team in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of all Nursing equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.

Main duties of the job

• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness of all nursing equipment, both in use on the ward and in store.
• To ensure all equipment and the ward environment is in good working order at all times and report appropriately if not.
• Maintain Health and Safety in the workplace and complete risk assessments and electrical checks as required.
• To order and maintain an appropriate stock supply of consumables to unit via oracle, /telephone/email/hospital supply chain
• Support ward staff with the serving of food and drinks for the patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform clerical tasks such as answering the telephone and use of the It System - Cerner.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Housekeeper position available at WUTH.

Person specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

• NVQ level 1 in a relevant subject or equivalent

Desirable

• Previous experience in an acute NHS hospital
• Previous experience of the Cerner Millennium information system
• Good keyboard and computer skills

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• General awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and processes.
• Good time management and organisational skills

Desirable

• General awareness of Food Hygiene regulations and processes

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Desirable

• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team