We are growing our care team in Archview Lodge Nursing Home, Drumany, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal and inviting applications for the position of Healthcare Assistant.
Purpose of the Role
The Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents via the Nurse.
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 level of communication between resident's family and staff developing good relationships
* Assisting in the upkeep of high standards of cleanliness in the home
* Contributing to the maintenance of Health and Safety in the home
* Any other duties deemed necessary by 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
* 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
All posts are subject to satisfactory references and Garda vetting.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Nursing home: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Letterkenny, CO. Donegal (required)
Work Location: In person