Greenhill Nursing Home are hiring a full time Healthcare assistant to join our dynamic and growing care team
We are looking for a compassionate and caring individual to assist residents in their daily life within the home with a myriad of duties.
Responsibilities:
To provide assistance to residents with personal care, meal prep and feeding, hygiene and housekeeping to ensure residents needs are met.
Support the nursing team in helping implement care plans and risk assessments to ensure person centred care which is at the heart of our nursing home.
Safeguarding our residents and reporting any concerns.
Assisting in the physical movement of residents with reduced mobility using equipment such as hoists, wheelchairs etc.
Prioritizing the residents wishes and needs to ensure the best quality care.
To participate in handovers etc. daily and ensure smooth transition of care between staff and effective communication regarding resident's health needs.
Perform your duties in line with in house health and safety regulations and in line with HIQA policies and procedures.
Act as an advocate for our residents providing them with any kind of support and information they may need.
Uphold resident confidentiality at all times.
Requirements:
Successful applicant will be subject to garda vetting.
Fetac level 5 in care of the older person, will consider those currently studying
Previous experience with care of the elderly an advantage.
Manual and people moving/handling essential, training can be provided to the right candidate
Flexibility will be required across all 7 days of the week with a roster that's subject to change weekly.
To apply please send your CV and cover letter to or apply through this post.