THOMOND LODGE NURSING HOME, Ballymahon, Co. Longford, N39 C597
Application Details
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Job Description
The Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents. As such a team member, the Care Assistant contributes to the fulfilment of our philosophy of care.
* 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.
* Assisting residents with all aspects of daily care.
* Any other duties deemed necessary by the Nurse in Charge and management.
Qualifications and Skills
* 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.
* Can work independently or part of a team.
* Ability to maintain a positive approach in a sometimes-challenging environment.
* Fluent level of English both written and oral.
Sector
* Human health and social work activities.
Career Level
* Experienced [Non-Managerial]
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