Care Assistant

R&V Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking care assistants and nurses in England. Ideal candidates should be patient and understanding, owning a car for commuting. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, documenting reports, and administering medication for nurses. Candidates must have relevant training and prior experience. This role offers a chance to join a dedicated team in a fulfilling environment.

Qualifications

• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) required.
• National insurance number is necessary.
• Right to work in the UK required.
• Previous experience is essential for both roles.
• Manual Handling Practical training is mandatory.
• Must have valid NMC registration for nurses.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care.
• Support residents with incontinence needs.
• Help with laundry and meal preparation.
• Record relevant documents accurately.
• Administer medication effectively.

Skills

Upbeat personality

Patience

Understanding and respect

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Health and social care relevant trainings

3 years' experience for nurse

Tools

Clinical equipment

Hoist

Stand aid

Slide sheet

Job description

START ASAP

R&V Ltd is looking for individuals who have an upbeat personality who are ready to work as care assistants/nurses for our client. We are looking for passionate and dedicated professionals to join our team. It is essential that candidates are patient, understanding and respectful towards the residents’ individual abilities and own a car.

Your CARE ASSISTANT role will include:

• Assisting residents with personal care and dressing
• Assisting residents with incontinence needs
• Assisting residents with repositioning - must be able to use required equipment - hoist, stand aid, slide sheet etc.
• Assisting with food and fluids
• Helping with laundry, cleaning, preparing meals
• Record all relevant documents accurately - must have good verbal and written skills

Requirements:

• DBS
• National insurance number
• Right to work in UK
• Previous experience is essential
• Health and social care relevant trainings
• Must be able to drive and have access to their own car to commute to and from the service
• Manual Handling Practical training

Your NURSE role will include:

• Valid NMC registration
• Experience in a care home or similar setting
• Adept in using clinical equipment and administering medication
• Ability to document and communicate effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with residents and their families
• Ability to work in and lead a team
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing resident needs

Requirements:

• DBS
• PIN Number
• National insurance number
• Right to work in UK
• Previous experience is essential
• Health and social care relevant trainings
• Manual Handling Practical training
• 3 years' experience