Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years or PACEY defines a childminder as someone who looks after a small number of children on a self-employed basis. Usually, the childminders work in domestic premises like their own home. A childminder is in fact more than just a nanny. The government of the UK sets guidelines on […]
Illegal or unsafe moving and handling of patients without using proper techniques or equipment can cause musculoskeletal injuries like back injury and chronic back pain. That is why it is essential for health and social care professionals to be aware of unsafe moving and handling practices, otherwise known as “unsafe manual handling techniques.” Reading this […]
The nursing profession has become one of the most prestigious and popular professions in the UK and around the world. Not only in the UK but also in the whole world, nurses get the highest salary due to the nature of work and beyond. They act as the main source of communication between a patient […]
We all have a duty of care to all those receiving care and support in our workplaces. In health and social care, your duty of care is included within the code of conduct for healthcare support workers and adult social care workers. Typically, it forms part of your job description. You can see how important […]
We can simply define candour as the aspect of developing qualities which involve being open and honest. Now, the question is, “What is the duty of candour?” It’s to make sure service providers are truthful and ahead of time with their consumers. When the overall activities go wrong, it outlines several responsibilities for providers. This […]
Older adults residing in health and social care settings are often vulnerable and fail to express themselves. Since they are not always surrounded by their family members, it is the responsibility of health and social care practitioners to observe them and stay updated on their health and social well-being. But what is observation? What are […]
