Ward Attendant

A Ward Attendant plays a vital role in healthcare by providing essential support within hospital wards. They assist nursing staff in delivering quality patient care and ensure the ward environment is clean, comfortable, and safe. Their duties help maintain smooth day-to-day ward operations, improving the overall patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities including mobility, feeding, personal hygiene, and toileting. This support is crucial for patients with limited independence.
• Safely transport patients to diagnostic departments, operation theaters, or other hospital areas as needed, ensuring patient comfort and safety during movement.
• Change and replace bed linens regularly, maintaining a hygienic environment to prevent infections and promote patient well-being.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and communal ward areas by cleaning surfaces, disposing of waste properly, and sanitizing equipment.
• Provide assistance to nurses during routine care, such as helping with patient positioning, vital sign monitoring, or preparing patients for medical examinations.
• Monitor patients for any unusual symptoms or changes in condition and promptly report observations to nursing staff or doctors.
• Ensure all medical equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and patient lifts are clean, well-maintained, and ready for use at all times.
• Respond promptly to patient calls or requests, demonstrating empathy and attentiveness to patient needs and concerns.
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and safety guidelines strictly to ensure a secure environment for both patients and staff.

Skills & Requirements

• Basic knowledge of hospital procedures, hygiene standards, and patient care principles.
• Physical fitness and the ability to assist with lifting or moving patients safely, preventing injury to both patients and self.
• Strong communication skills, combined with compassion, patience, and a respectful attitude toward patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively under supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Previous experience or training in a healthcare setting is preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet the continuous needs of the hospital ward.