MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Care:
1. Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
2. Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
3. Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility, or physical / learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
4. Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
5. Assist in the promotion of continence.
6. Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with Nursing Home policies and procedures. Report any areas of concern for the residents well-being to the appropriate member of staff without delay.
7. Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Nursing Home.
8. Under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff, report on the well-being of Residents.
9. Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as and when required.
10. Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty at all the times.
11. Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc.
12. Assist Residents in dressing and attend to personal appearance including minor repairs to clothing. Care for Residents' clothing and ensure that all clothing is recorded and clearly marked.
13. Assist Residents who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc). Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Wash up as requested / required.
14. Escort Residents and those attending Day Care traveling e.g. on social outings, hospital visits etc.
15. Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Residents' personal and financial affairs, and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Residents.
Communication:
1. Participate in Staff and Resident meetings as and when required.
Training & Development:
1. Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €30,000.00-€33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Tanyard wood MillstreetCo Cork, CO. Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
* Advanced/Higher Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person