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An Introduction to Bed Bathing & Personal Care

Course Details

An introduction to providing personal care to patients who require assistance in a dignified manner. There is a practical element to the course using our state-of-the-art, skills simulation mannequin.

Who is This Course for?

All staff providing direct patient care.

What Will the Course Cover?

  • Maintaining dignity and respect
  • Gaining consent
  • Promoting independence
  • Sheet placement
  • Things to look out for
  • Documentation

Pre-Course Requirements

None.

How Will the Course be Taught?

Face-to-face delivery in a group, involving some group work or work in pairs, utilising our state-of-the-art simulation mannequin to demonstrate and practise clinical skills.

Details

FACILITATOR(S):
Sarah Longmore, Kelly Foster
COURSE DURATION:
1 hour
LOCATION:
The Learning Hub, Dr Kershaw’s Hospice
COST:
£40 per person

How to Book and Course Enquiries

To enquire or to book onto a training course please register your interest by emailing End-of-Life Nurse Educator Sarah Longmore at: prospectus@drkh.org.uk We have a wide variety of dates available throughout the year and our Education and Training Team will get back to you at the earliest opportunity to discuss your requirements and book your training. We also offer bespoke training, please contact us to discuss.

For Bespoke Clinical Training

Please contact: Sarah Longmore, End-of-Life Nurse Educator

Email: sarah.longmore@drkh.org.uk

Tel: 0161 624 2727 Ext. 32

For Bespoke HR or Learning and Development Workshops

Please contact: Mandi Halton, HR Manager

Email: mandi.halton@drkh.org.uk

Tel: 0161 624 2727 Ext. 28

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