Healthcare Assistant | Craddock House Nursing Home, Naas, Co. Kildare
Craddock House Nursing Home, a purpose-built nursing home located in Naas, Co. Kildare 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
What we offer?
* Excellent pay rates
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Referral Programme
* Career Progression opportunities
* Free Lunch
* Free ongoing training and development
* Free on site parking
* Bike to work scheme
* Meals on Duty
* Bike to Work scheme/Tac Saver
* 25% discount at Stacks pharmacies
We are passionate about improving the quality of life of our residents and place a strong importance on social, physical, and mental stimulation. We deliver exceptional experiences, with a range of leisure activities and external excursions, tailored around our resident's interests and needs. We are delighted to invite suitable candidates to apply for a full-time Health Care Assistant.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
* 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.
* Maintain 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.
* 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
* Eligibility to work in Ireland
OR
Nursing Degree / Allied Health Degree / Relevant Healthcare Degree
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