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Care Staff Turnover Can Be Reduced By Better Training And Staff Resources THe riSing staff turnover in the care sector could be reduced by using online training and providing staff with better information resources, according to wolters Kluwer. Research conducted by the charity Skills for Care shows that of the 1.3 million people employed in the Care sector in 2015-16, an estimated 338,500 people left their jobs in that period, equivalent to 928 people every working day. Justine Griffin, Care Segment Manager for Wolters Kluwer said: “Our own recent research amongst care providers has highlighted that staff are overwhelmed by the amount of Care standards they need to comply with. What they need is train-
ing and guidance they can access at times that suit them, which is easy to use and targeted on the issues they face. “Croner-i Care from Wolters Kluwer is a continuously updated practical toolkit of the latest policies, procedures and training that helps care providers make the most of the limited resources they have. “In our experience, staff who are well trained and have the guidance they need, are more likely to stay with their employer which means lower turnover and better care outcomes. “ Croner-i Care makes it easier for staff to give outstanding care, to see how we can support you and your team go to https://app.croneri.co.uk/ or call us on 0208 247 1405
Dementia Product Solutions for Every Care Setting DeMenTiacarePrODUcTS.cO.UK offers specialist products and daily living aids for people with dementia in care homes, nursing homes, hospitals and other healthcare settings at highly competitive prices. Toilet and bathroom aids Going to the toilet can be a source of anxiety for people with dementia who may have trouble seeing a white toilet seat or grab rail. Coloured versions are more visible and can alleviate the problem. Other useful toilet and bathroom products in our range include raised toilet seats, toilet frames and bath seats.
Geopace Training geOPace Training is the UK’s leading provider of Phlebotomy Training courses delivering accredited and nationally recognised training to the highest of professional standards. All courses adhere to CHS132 – the National Occupational Standard for Phlebotomy and to Skills for Health guidelines HSC376 as well as following WHO guidelines.
SSTAR Care Staff Training in OrDer for care staff to become competent in the provision of care to a high standard, decisions about training and the level of training needs to be made. Care assistants need knowledge and skills in order to deliver care to others and the ratio between the two varies according to the topic under consideration. Skill based topics require underpinning knowledge in order for care assistants to understand how and why the skills work. More importantly the care assistants also need to practise those skills in a safe environment whilst being monitored and guided in the practice of those skills. This should be monitoring and supervised by care organisations senior staff to ensure that procedures learnt are being put into practice in the home/workplace setting. Clearly, supervisory staff should cover the
High visibility signage Specialist signage will help residents with dementia or sight problems find their own way to the toilet, bathroom and other important locations without feelings of stress. Door decals and personalised signs are also available to help residents identify their bedroom. Improving the quality of life Whether you’re looking for mobility products, reminiscence aids, purpose designed plates and cups to make residents’ mealtimes a more pleasurable experience, or other daily living aids, make sure you visit dementiacareproducts.co.uk to see the full range. Order online at www.dementiacareproducts.co.uk, Courses are available as classroom, eLearning or Blended Learning (hybrid) and cover all levels of experience from novice through to experienced phlebotomist. Geopace Training have developed a reputation for excellence in training, delivered to a wide and varied audience of students and organisations including Colleges and Universities, Hospitals, Care Homes and GP Practices as well as individuals. Group training on-site provides a very cost effective method for staff education and CPD. For further details Tel: 01525 713377, Website: www.geopace.com Email: info@geopace.com same material so that everyone is working to the same ideals. Knowledge based topics have a skills element in terms of putting that knowledge into practice whilst caring for others. Senior care staff need to monitor and supervise carers to ensure that the knowledge learnt is being used appropriately. Certain skills and knowledge should be delivered by qualified trainers who have the experience to make the learning understood and appropriate to the care assistants. This especially applies to the statutory training required by staff members. SSTAR believes that if training is provided in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with appropriate use of humour the learning process is likely to be an enjoyable one. Research shows that, in such circumstances, information is absorbed more easily and retained for longer. Care staff are then keen to put what they have learned into practice and, often, are encouraged to learn more and improve their skills. See the advert on this page for details.
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