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Bank Auxiliary Nurse
| Posting date: | 12 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £12.71 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 November 2025 |
| Location: | Huddersfield, HD5 9UY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0030-25-0005 |
Summary
To work with the multidisciplinary team assisting all members to achieve a high standard of care for patients and their families. To develop good communications with the patient and the family, passing on all relevant information to the Primary Nurse/Nurse in Charge giving emotional support as necessary. To inform the Primary Nurse/Nurse in Charge of any change in the patient's condition. To liaise with other hospice staff as necessary to maintain the comfort and well-being of the patient. To carry out nursing care in accordance with hospice policy, individual care plans and patient wishes. To respect the privacy and dignity of the patient at all times. To escort patients as requested by Primary Nurse/Nurse in Charge. Teamwork To accurately communicate telephone or other messages to or from the Primary Nurse/Sister. To assist with the promotion of good staff morale, giving support and help to others as appropriate. To liaise within the team to ensure that all duties are completed To relay queries or concerns to the Primary Nurse/Nurse in Charge, including regarding visitors General Unit Support To adhere to agreed procedures for the care and custody of patients' valuables and property. To maintain general tidiness throughout the bed area. To exercise care and economy in the use and maintenance of hospice property and equipment, reporting any faults as per hospice policy. To be involved in verbal and written reports, under the supervision of the Primary Nurse ensuring all communications are of a high standard. To report all accidents, incidents, hazards or complaints to nurse in charge, completing appropriate forms as per hospice policy. Other duties / personal development To participate in surveys or audits as required. To attend staff meetings and discussion groups. To attend study days or education Other Responsibilities To work in accordance with the values of The Kirkwood. Patients, Families and Carers are the focus of everything we do. Our values are what we live and work by. We are: Respectful and Inclusive Passionate and Determined Open and Honest Kind and Compassionate Forward-thinking We strive for Quality and Excellence To participate in The Kirkwoods performance and development review process. To undertake any other duties required by The Kirkwoods Management team commensurate with the post. To undertake annual mandatory training provided by The Kirkwood. To maintain complete confidentiality as a condition of employment. Information relating to patients, other members of staff and volunteers or which is acquired for the purposes of employment may only be disclosed with the express permission of the appropriate manager. To respect the ethos and values of The Kirkwood and its services and comply with its policies, procedures and regulations.