Overview
At Trinity Care we are like one big family and treat each resident, family member, and team member with passion, care, and respect. We invite you to join our Trinity family at Rathborne Nursing Home. If you are looking for a job in a positive team making a meaningful difference for others, your role as a Healthcare Assistant is essential in creating a comfortable home for residents and a great working environment for colleagues. You will work to understand residents beyond tasks and help tell the rich life stories of older Irish people, while forming new friendships with people who are passionate about their work.
Your understanding of infection control and safe work practices, and current influenza and COVID vaccinations (or willingness to obtain them) are important ways you can help maintain and improve residents’ wellbeing. This is not an essential requirement, but it is encouraged.
Job purpose
* To assist in the provision of care to our residents and work as part of a team to achieve excellent standards.
* To ensure residents retain their dignity and individuality.
* To be involved in the general activities of the nursing home.
Skills, knowledge & qualifications
* 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: Assist residents with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living, ensuring high levels of care.
* Assist residents in all aspects of their care needs (physical, emotional, and spiritual) while maintaining comfort and dignity.
* Support residents with limited mobility or learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
* Monitor residents who may be confused or have behavioural issues; assist in maintaining continence where appropriate.
* Assist in the delivery of care for residents who are dying or have progressive illnesses, and assist with last offices as required.
* Contribute to social activities by helping residents continue hobbies and activities in the care centre.
* Answer nurse call system, respond to requests, and pass on messages promptly.
* Report on residents’ wellbeing under supervision of senior care staff; carry out regular checks as directed.
* Make visitors feel welcome and provide refreshments or assistance as needed.
* Make and change beds; keep rooms clean and tidy; dispose of waste in line with policy.
* Use resources appropriately and maintain equipment such as wheelchairs and hearing aids; keep the home clean and tidy.
* Care for residents’ clothing and rooms as appropriate, ensuring clothing is recorded and clearly marked.
* Maintain privacy and dignity for the dying and bereaved in line with company policies.
* Assist residents at meal times, considering swallowing difficulties and dietary requirements; assist with serving and washing up as required.
* Escort residents traveling to and from the nursing home for social outings or hospital visits.
* Practice integrity in all dealings with residents’ personal and financial affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship.
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