Lead Healthcare Assistant | Wygram Nursing Home
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Wygram Nursing Home, is a purpose-built nursing home located in Townparks, Co.
Wexford.
Wygram Nursing Home is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents.
This is achieved by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents' rights, choice and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.
It is our mission 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.
Our core company values:
Communication | Privacy, Respect & Dignity| Choice | Independence | Individuality | Rights | Community Partnership
Locations:
Wygram Nursing Home, Davitt Rd N, Townparks, Wexford, Co Wexford.
Contract Type:
Permanent, full-time
Benefits:
Highly competitive remuneration package
Career advancement opportunities
Multiple Sites and Locations
Duties Include:
Contribute to and enhance the quality of Resident activities and events.
To supervise and assist with the training and development of care assistants and appraise staff as requested.
By liaising with the Unit PIC and CNM ensure that adequate arrangements are made for the reception of new Residents, and that they are made to feel welcome and secure.
Ensure highest quality care is delivered by Healthcare Assistants to assigned Residents.
Participate in assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living under the direction and supervision of your line manager e.g., washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, dining, social activities, conversation, communication support and all other aspects of daily living
Support the nursing staff in the organising of day-to-day allocation of work.
Requirements:
QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent
Excellent track record as a high performing Healthcare worker
Elder care experience.
(2 years + experience)
Ability to motivate, supervise and inspire colleagues.
Excellent communication skills
Excellent personal care abilities
OR
Nursing Degree / Allied Health Degree / Relevant Healthcare Degree