Task

Volunteers Are Required To

• To give a reassuring first impression with a friendly welcome
• To observe for individuals who look lost or unsure of where they are going, approach them and ask if you can be of assistance.
• To assist with escorting/directing individuals to various Departments/Clinics/wards/Outpatients within Roscommon University Hospital and the Palliative Care Support Unit
• To be actively involved in talking to patients in a befriending role
• Volunteers assist patients as they check in for appointments and direct/escort them to the relevant department
• To liaise with security/porter if a patient requires a wheelchair
• Volunteers maybe required to assist attendees or invited guests and escort them to the designated area
• To maintain strict confidentiality in relation to staff and patients in accordance with the Confidentiality Agreement at all times
• To adhere to Saolta University Health care Groups Health and Safety Regulations
  
  

About Us

Roscommon University Hospital is a Model 2 Hospital within the Saolta University Health Care Group of hospitals. The Palliative Care Support Unit (PCSU) is an eight bed facility located adjacent to Roscommon University Hospital is open to patients since February 2023. The PCSU provides respite, symptom control and end of life services

Activity

Advice, information and support

Where

Roscommon University Hospital, Athlone Road, Ardsallagh Beg, Roscommon, F42 AX61

What’s Required

To have excellent communication skills.

To have a friendly, sensitive and courteous manner being often the first point of contact and “first impression” for visitors to the Hospital

Age Restrictions

Over 18

Screening Details for this Role

Garda Vetting;Informal Interviews;References;Application Form