At Trinity Care, we're like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.
We're hoping you'll join our fantastic Trinity family at Rathborne Nursing Home.
If you're looking for a job being part of a positive team making an important difference for others, your role as a Healthcare Assistant is more than you might think. You're essential in creating a comfortable home for our residents and a great working environment for your colleagues.
You see the importance in looking beyond the tasks and nurturing relationships. You'll be rewarded with learning about and becoming a part of the rich life stories of older Irish people and you'll enjoy new friendships with people who are passionate about what they do.
Your understanding of Infection Control and Safe Work Practices, having current Influenza and COVID Vaccinations (or your willingness to obtain these) (while not essential) will be important ways you can maintain and improve the wellbeing of our residents.
Job Purpose:
1. To assist in provision of care to our Residents and work as part of a team to achieve excellent standards.
2. To ensure Clients retain their dignity and Individuality.
3. To be involved in the general activities of the Nursing Home.
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:
You must have a:
* Genuine interest in working within a caring environment.
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
* Willingness to be a team player.
* FETEC/NFQ 5 or equivalent and a willingness to participate in training and development.
Main Responsibilities:
Care:
* Ensure the highest levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Clients with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
* Assist Clients in all aspects of their care needs (physical, emotional, and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Clients retain their comfort and dignity.
* Pay particular attention to assisting Clients who have limited mobility or physical/learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
* Closely monitor Clients who may be confused or have behavioural problems.
* Assist in the promotion of continence.
* Assist in the delivery of care for Clients who are dying or have a progressive illness. Assist with last office.
* Support social activities by interacting with clients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the care centre.
* Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
* Report on the wellbeing of Clients under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff.
* Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
* Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as needed.
* Make and change beds, ensuring rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are emptied, in line with the Nursing Home's disposal of waste policy.
* Ensure resources are used appropriately.
* Clean and maintain equipment used by Clients/Relatives, e.g., wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles. Keep the Nursing Home clean and tidy, in line with the company's attention to detail philosophy.
* If applicable, care for clients' clothing and rooms as named, and ensure all clothing is recorded and marked.
* Maintain full privacy and dignity for the dying and bereaved, in line with policies and procedures.
* Assist Clients during meal times, being aware of swallowing difficulties and dietary requirements. Assist with serving food/drinks and washing up as required.
* Escort Clients traveling to and from the Nursing Home for social outings, hospital visits, etc.
* Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients' personal and financial affairs, avoiding abuse of the privileged relationship.
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