Job Description

Job Role:

Nutritional Assistant - Ward 2, Hexham General Hospital



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nutritional Assistant on Ward 2 at Hexham General Hospital . This position is Monday to Friday .



In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that patients' nutritional needs are met, including:



Supporting patients who require assistance with eating and drinking



Monitoring and encouraging adequate nutrition and hydration



Identifying ways to adapt meals to meet individual patient needs



Working closely with ward staff to promote patient wellbeing through effective nutritional care



Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.



This role is enjoyable, varied, and open to new ideas that help keep patient nutrition at the forefront of care. The ideal candidate will be motivated and confident in communicating with patients about the importance of a healthy, balanced diet to support recovery.



We are looking for a strong team player who can fit in well with the existing ward team and contribute to new innovations that make each day different and engaging. The role involves feeding and supporting patients who require assistance, ensuring their nutritional and hydration needs are consistently met.



Full training will be provided to support your development in the role.



We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, covering one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Leading in innovation and quality - opening a state of the art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. Do you want to work in one of the best performing NHS organisations in England? Work in an organisation that supports its staff and focuses on staff experience as much as it does the experience of its patients? You can live and breathe in an area that has the cleanest air, cost effective living, great nightlife, some of the best schools with a wealth of history available on your doorstep. Sound too good to be true? Well it isn't, this is what you get when you work for Northumbria Healthcare, this is the Northumbria Way! Please read 'applicant guidance notes' before submitting your application.



Detailed and Main Responsibilities



Provide assistance to patients during mealtimes, including feeding patients who require additional support



Support patients in ordering meals and making suitable dietary choices



Manage and deliver the hydration trolley, ensuring patients have regular access to drinks



Take part in themed nutrition events and daily initiatives to promote engagement and wellbeing



Communicate effectively with patients and staff, raising any concerns regarding nutrition, appetite, or hydration



Encourage patients to eat and drink to support their recovery and overall health



Carry out daily glucose level checks as required



Maintain accurate food diaries and documentation for patients who need monitoring



Order and manage nutritional stock to ensure adequate supplies on the ward



Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude and work well as part of the multidisciplinary team