Job summaryPlease do not apply on NHS Jobs. If you are interested, please contact Mavis Francis direct.The ward is separated into four bays with four side wards. We have three postnatal bays and one antenatal bay. There is a maximum of 24 ladies on the ward. Each bed has a buzzer system.Other rooms include, clean utility for equipment, dirty utility / sluice room and waste disposal, resource room / paediatric roomThe role of a Wharncliffe Volunteer is based on the following principles:Maintain respect for the individual and dignity of the patients and their relativesWork under the guidance of trained staff on the wardCommunicate with the midwife responsible for the care of the mother and babyBe aware of the importance of confidentiality and infectionSecurityThis is a secure ward with an entry system for access.Please do not allow entry for anyone, always check with a member of staff and be aware of tailgating when you are moving in and out of the ward. There can be safeguarding issues on the ward and visitors may need to be monitored.Patient InformationVolunteers are not expected to have access to the patients records (except feed charts). If you are asked to deliver or collect a file from another area, please be aware that you are holding confidential information which should not be read or left unattended.Main duties of the jobWith direction and support from staff, you maybe asked to undertake the following:When a new patient arrives on the ward make sure they have a full water jug and glassKnow the ward layout, can reach their buzzer and know how to use itHave a visiting cardSupport patients with meals and refreshmentsRespond to the buzzers and assist the patient if it is within your role outline. If further assistance is needed please speak to the Midwives, Health Care Assistant or the Nursery NurseAssist patients who need help cutting food and opening packets, putting butter on bread etc.Volunteers should never help patients to eat (assisted feeding).Collect meals trays at the end of the mealSupport staff with ward housekeepingRefill the linen cupboards in the baysHelp staff to make and tidy beds on the wardHelp to keep the ward generally tidyHelp to clean tables of empty milk bottles and dispose of themTake prescriptions to the PharmacyTake urgent samples to PathologySupport the ward clerk to make up postnatal discharge packs, C section packs, induction packsStamping envelopesVolunteers should not carry out any duties, that have not been clearly explained or previously demonstrated.HoursMonday Sunday AM or PMPlease do not apply via NHS Jobs. If you are interested please contact Mavis Francis for an application formMavis Francis, Voluntary Services Coordinatormavis.francis3@nhs.netTelephone 01709 424329Mobile: 07752445875About usThe Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesNo job description or person specification is attached to this role. This is a voluntary role at The Rotherham NHS Foundation TrustPerson SpecificationExperienceEssentialCommunicate with all groups of peopleFriendly and approachableDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameThe Rotherham NHS Foundation TrustAddressThe Rotherham Nhs Foundation TrustMoorgate RoadRotherhamSouth YorkshireS60 2UDEmployer's websitehttps://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)