Senior Healthcare AssistantSt Joseph's Nursing Home, Ballymacprior, Killorglin, Co. Kerry. Report to the Director of Nursing.Full‑time temporary position covering sick leave. Must be available Monday‑Sunday, 8:00am‑8:00pm.Job PurposeTo enhance the quality of life of each resident by providing individualised holistic care, promoting independence, and communicating effectively with residents and the multidisciplinary team.Main ResponsibilitiesOrientation including the supervision of 3‑day induction of new staff.Ongoing support and training of Health Care Assistants on resident care needs.Attendance at relevant training programmes and feeding back information to the Health Care Team.Attendance at Nazareth House internal meetings or any meetings as requested.Overseeing of relevant assessments as delegated by the Clinical Nurse Manager.Feedback to the Clinical Nurse Manager on staff support/training needs.Maintaining relevant documents (e.g., monthly weights, flow charts, continence assessments and any other as directed).Allocation of Health Care Assistants considering resident needs and staff skill mix.Ensure all Health Care Assistants follow local policies such as Uniform Policy, Mobile Phone Policy, Rest Break Times.Oversee the management of the floor in relation to all Health Care Assistants' tasks, e.g. allocation of HCAs, management of stores, awareness of Health and Safety.Maintain good work ethic and attention to detail.Skills and QualificationsQQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent.Excellent track record as a high performing Healthcare worker.Elder care experience (1 year+ experience).Ability to motivate, supervise and inspire colleagues.Excellent communication skills.Excellent personal care abilities.This job description outlines the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment according to business needs within Nazareth House. However, it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties involved; consequently, you may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to you from time to time.
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