Salary: £ per hour
Reference: KB 05
We are currently seeking Agency Healthcare Assistants for acute hospitals settings in Dublin Looking for full flexibility and hours to suit you?Are you caring and experienced in your field? Join our agency today to avail of many incentives and a competitive rate of pay.
What we offer:
Signing Bonus: Receive a €150 signing bonus upon joining our team payable after probation
HSE pay scale
Refer a Friend Bonus: Refer a friend and receive a bonus of €200.
Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
Career Progression: Opportunities for career growth within our organisation.
Free Uniform: A complimentary uniform for a professional appearance.
Incentives and Awards: Recognizing and rewarding your hard work.
Regular Training Updates: Stay informed and enhance your skills with regular training sessions.
24/7 agency support
Your Duties:
Helping patients with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Assisting with oral hygiene and denture care.
Assisting patients with walking, transferring from bed to wheelchair, and positioning in bed.
Encouraging and aiding patients in exercises and mobility activities as directed by healthcare professionals.
Assisting patients with eating and drinking.
Monitoring and recording food and fluid intake.
Providing incontinence care and changing bed linens as necessary.
Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of medical equipment.
Sterilizing instruments and ensuring proper storage
Supporting nurses and doctors during examinations and procedures.
Providing assistance in wound care and dressing changes
Maintaining accurate patient records, including car
Adhering to Protocols by following hospital policies, procedures, and protocols and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including infection control practice
Recording observations and reporting changes in patient condition.
Organizing and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
Patient Interaction by providing companionship and emotional support to patients, ommunicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Supporting Mental Well-being by engaging patients in conversation and recreational activities, offering reassurance and comfort
What You Need:
Caring, patient, and empathetic nature.
A minimum of 6 months experience as HCA in a nursing home or hospital
Right to work in Ireland
Excellent communication skills.
Access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential however you must be able to commute easily
Full QQI 5 Major Healthcare Support Award (8 modules completed essential) or a Nursing Degree
A good understanding of the irish healthcare system and care
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply. Join our team where your dedication is valued, and you can build a rewarding career in healthcare.
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