Healthcare Assistant

5 months ago

Kildare, Ireland Trinity Care Nursing Homes Full time

At Trinity Care we're like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

We're hoping you'll join our fantastic Trinity family at Suncroft Nursing Home


If You're looking for a job being part of a positive team making an important difference for others. Your role as a Healthcare Assistant is more than you might think. You're essential in creating a comfortable home for our residents and a great working environment for your colleagues.


You see the importance in looking beyond the tasks and nurturing relationships. You'll be rewarded with learning about and becoming a part of the rich life stories of older Irish people and you'll enjoy new friendships with people who are passionate about what they do.

Your understanding of Infection Control and Safe Work Practices, having current Influenza and COVID Vaccinations an (or your willingness to obtain these) (while not essential) will be important ways you can maintain and improve the wellbeing of our residents.



JOB PURPOSE:

  • To assist in provision of care to our Residents and work as part of a team to achieve excellent standards.
  • To ensure Clients retain their dignity and Individuality.
  • To be involved in the general activities of the Nursing Home.



SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS.

You must have a:

  • Genuine interest in working within a Caring Environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Willingness to be team player
  • FETEC/NFQ 5 or equivalent and a willingness to participate in training and development


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Care:

  • Ensure the highest levels of care are maintained by supporting / assisting Clients, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
  • Assist Clients in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. Physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Clients retain their comfort and dignity.
  • Pay particular attention to assisting Clients who have limited mobility, or physical / Learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
  • Closely monitor Clients who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
  • Assist in the promotion of continence.
  • Assist in the delivery of care for Clients who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last office
  • Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with clients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the care centre.
  • Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
  • Under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff, report on the wellbeing of Clients.
  • Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
  • Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments / assistance as and when required.
  • Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Nursing Home's disposal of waste policy.
  • Ensure the Nursing Homes resources are used appropriately.
  • Clean and maintain equipment used by Clients / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensure the Nursing Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company's attention to detail to philosophy.
  • If applicable, care for clients' clothing and rooms as named, and ensure that all clothing is recorded and clearly marked.
  • Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved, in line with the company's policies and procedures.
  • Assist Clients who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc.) Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Wash up as requested / required.
  • Escort Clients travelling to and from the Nursing Home e.g. on social outings, hospitals visits etc.
  • Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients personal and financial affairs, and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Clients.




At Trinity Care we're like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

We provide private residential, convalescent, and rehabilitative care in our purpose-built Nursing Homes. We have centres in Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Kilkenny, and Cavan.

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