Healthcare Assistant | Bridhaven Nursing Home, Mallow Bridhaven Nursing Home,is a purpose-built nursing home located in Mallow, Co.
Cork Bridhaven Nursing Home's mission is to ensure that residents feel valued and loved within their homes.
Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents.
Job Summary: Healthcare Assistant is a pivotal role in creating a caring environment in which resident's quality of life is promoted.
Healthcare Assistant is at the heart of our philosophy and culture for the centre therefore successful candidates will be required to deliver personal care and assistance to residents in the nursing home.
Employee Benefits: Monthly Employee Above And Beyond Awards Length Of service Awards - Extra Annual Leave Days Uniform Provided Educational Assistance Staff appreciation weeks Health & Wellbeing events Bike To Work & Tax Saver Commuter Ticket Scheme Christmas Savings Club Employee Wellbeing Programme Ongoing Training & Development Employee Referral Awards Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, always promoting their equality and dignity.
Carry out assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living which may include e.g. washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, dining, social activities, conversation, communication support and all other aspects of daily living.
Respect the privacy and dignity of all residents and promote their independence.
Provide particular attention and assist residents who have limited mobility.
Understand, be knowledgeable on and observe care plans and alert nurses immediately regarding any changes in the physical and mental state of the residents.
Report immediately any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of residents or visitors.
Maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors of the home.
Communicate effectively with all residents and their relatives/representatives.
Contribute to and enhance the quality of resident activities and events.
Requirements: Minimum partial QQI Level 5 Award Healthcare or equivalent Elder care experience Excellent communication skills Excellent personal care abilities Eligibility To Work In Ireland - Due to immediate service requirements, this role is open to applications who hold EU/EEA citizenship with the right to work in Ireland without restriction.
Unfortunately, we are not in a position to support visa applications or work permits for this role at this time.
Why work for us?
We provide the opportunity to work with older people in residential care, convalescence and transitional/respite residents as well as provide all employees with variety of training opportunities, and support employees in developing skills which will allow them to expand within their role.
Brdhaven Nursing Homeare an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be treated with theStrictest of Confidence.
Skills: Healthcare Assistant | Bridhaven Nursing Home, Mallow