Healthcare Assistant

3 weeks ago

Waterford, Waterford, Ireland Mowlamhealthcare Full time

We are growing our care team in Kilbarry Care Centre and inviting applications for the position of full-time and part-time Healthcare Assistants.

Candidates must have flexibility in their availability and must be available to work day and night shifts.

Purpose of the Role

The Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents via the Named Nurse concept. As such a team member, the Care Assistant contributes to the fulfilment of Mowlam Healthcare's philosophy of care.

What does this role entail?
  • Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents
  • Getting to know residents' interests and needs, providing attention, support, and companionship
  • Promoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possible
  • Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance/hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity
  • Enabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfort
  • Participating, organising, and carrying out social activities
  • Sustaining high communication levels between residents' families and staff, developing good relationships
  • Assisting in maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the home
  • Contributing to the maintenance of health and safety in the home
  • Performing any other duties deemed necessary by the Nurse in Charge and management
What are the qualifications/skills needed?
  • FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare in relevant modules or equivalent (in progress/completed)
  • Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to maintain a positive approach in challenging environments
  • Fluent English, both written and oral

All posts are subject to satisfactory references, medical, and Garda vetting.

What do we offer?
  • Guaranteed hours contracts
  • Premium Sunday rate
  • Paid breaks
  • Double time on bank holidays
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Retail Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Death in Service benefit
  • Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in-house training/professional development
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Paid training
  • Recognition Programme

Note: This job description provides an overview of the role and duties but does not detail every activity. Due to the nature of the work, maximum flexibility is required to work in the nursing home. Specific tasks and objectives will be periodically agreed with the Home Manager.

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