Voluntary Norfolk's NCH&C Volunteer Service supports Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust by recruiting , training and coordinating volunteers to carry out a wide range of roles across community ...
Patient Support Volunteer - Pineheath Ward, Kelling Community Hospital
Contact person
Fiona Podolski
#81451
Scan me or visit www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/o/Voluntary-Norfolk---NCHC-Volunteer-Service/opportunities/Ward-Support-Volunteer---Pineheath-Ward-Kelling-Community-Hospital/81451 to join
Summary
We are looking for caring and reliable Patient Support Volunteers to help provide comfort, reassurance, and companionship to patients and their families.
Detailed description
What you'll do:
- Offer a friendly presence and a listening ear
- Helping patients feel comfortable and supported
- taking patients out in the garden areas
- Helping with non-clinical practical support
- Supporting staff in creating a positive patient experience
What you’ll gain:
- A meaningful volunteering role making a real difference
- Experience in a healthcare setting
- Ongoing support and training
Volunteering for this role involves an ongoing commitment of approximately 2-3 hrs a week on a weekday morning or afternoon.
To volunteer with us, we will need you to complete Volunteer Induction Training, a Standard DBS check, and provide us with 2 character references.
What volunteers need
🗣️ Native language skills
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costs
About Voluntary Norfolk - NCH&C Volunteer Service
Voluntary Norfolk's NCH&C Volunteer Service supports Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust by recruiting , training and coordinating volunteers to carry out a wide range of roles across community NHS services in Norfolk.
The NCH&C Volunteer Service strives to be a leader in NHS volunteering, offering inclusive opportunities which support the Trust to provide an excellent patient experience, empower individuals and strengthen local communities.