Dungarvan, Ireland | Posted on 11/27/2024
Connect Now is recruiting for
Healthcare Assistants
available for full-time contracts for
Ireland's Leading Nursing home in County Waterford.
EU Passport Holders
.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills as a Healthcare Assistant within a
supportive and diverse environment.
Work with Irelands most reputable nursing homes, built to very high standards and operated to
deliver excellent care to the elderly.
Their care team has extensive clinical experience, specializing in dementia care and aiming to be a holistic person-centered care provider to all its Residents.
All staff is
highly trained, driven by our philosophy
that each staff member should provide the same levels of care that they would want for their own loved ones.
Responsibilities and Duties
The Healthcare Assistant supports the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents.
Ensures residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident's dignity at all time
Assists residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs
Assists residents with mobilizing as appropriate and using correct aids
The Care Assistant escorts and transfers residents as directed by the Nursing staff
Assists in End of Life Care
Participates in activities with residents
Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
6 months in Healthcare or relative experience in a similar environment
Practical experience in a caring capacity desired
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Professional, caring, and empathetic nature
Be comfortable working in a sometimes, challenging environment
Have a good level of English language skills
Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.
What we offer:
Comprehensive induction training and continuous professional development
Competitive rates of pay
Opportunities for promotion or relocation within an expanding group
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