Hospital Assistant

What people in this role do:

• Assist in the care of patients including lifting and turning bedridden patients
• Help patients to eat, shower, bathe, shave and dress while supervised by a registered nurse
• Assist patients to move around and communicate with other hospital staff
• Ensure that soiled items are removed and clean clothing and linen is supplied to the patient
• Observe and report to supervisor any changes in the patients condition or any complaints
• Assist qualified staff with rehabilitation exercises and basic treatment and medications
• Perform basic first aid and procedures including applying and changing dressings
• Accompany patients ready for discharge to the appropriate area.

Your chances of success will be better if you have:

• Patience and nurturing nature
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects
• Commitment to the rights of elderly and disabled people to live with dignity
• School Certificate

The Future

• Employment for minimum of one year
• Employment areas include: hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, institutions for the aged or disabled, or home care

Specialisation

• Pathology Assistant
• Operating Theatre Support
• Sterilisation Serviceperson
• Non Emergency Patient Transport
• For more options see www.myfuture.edu.au

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