CARE HOME ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER - 24hrs pw

TN United Kingdom; Donaghadee; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Care Home Assistant Practitioner to join their team in Donaghadee. This role is pivotal in supporting residents' needs and enhancing their quality of life through compassionate care. You will assist nurses in delivering personal care, manage medication, and engage in social activities. The organization prides itself on its commitment to person-centered care and offers a supportive environment for staff development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of elderly residents, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as a care assistant is essential.
• Registered on the NISCC Live Register is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in meeting residents' physical and emotional needs.
• Deliver high standards of personal care and support independence.
• Manage medication and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Caring for the elderly

Personal hygiene assistance

Clinical task management

Medication management

Communication skills

Education

NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care

Medical dispensing qualification

Job description

CARE HOME ASSISTANT PRACTITIONER - 24hrs pw, Donaghadee

Client:

Beaumont Care Homes

Location:

Donaghadee, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

7a4a07c2b57a

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Beaumont Health Care is the largest healthcare provider in Northern Ireland. We take pride in providing the highest levels of care to our residents.

As a CHAP, your experience will be valuable as a member of the care team supporting our residents. To apply, you must have experience as a care assistant.

Main purpose of the role

Assist nurses daily in meeting residents' physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual needs, delivering high standards of care that promote privacy, dignity, independence, rehabilitation, and personal choice.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Provide experiences that promote choice and independence, positively impacting residents' daily lives.
2. Deliver high standards of care in daily activities, assisting with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, and continence management.
3. Deliver and evaluate planned care in collaboration with residents, families, and stakeholders.
4. Undertake clinical tasks such as observations, urinalysis, skin inspections, simple wound dressings, blood glucose monitoring, PEG care, and feeding administration.
5. Support nurse supervision of staff and ensure accurate documentation.
6. Assist in staff supervisions and assessments of new residents.
7. Support nutritional reviews, social work reviews, and resident assessments.
8. Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
9. Manage aspects of medication in line with legal and company policies.
10. Contribute to staff development through coaching and mentoring.
11. Record and communicate key observations respecting confidentiality, acting as a Key Worker for designated residents.
12. Escort residents to hospital and professional visits.
13. Maintain a clean, tidy, and hazard-free environment.
14. Report changes or concerns promptly and complete relevant documentation.
15. Support social activities and encourage resident participation.

About The Role

Supporting the care team in delivering quality personal care to residents.

General Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and welfare for yourself and others, reporting hazards.
• Follow policies on safeguarding and whistleblowing.
• Maintain confidentiality per Information Governance policies.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, residents, visitors, and professionals.
• Act as an ambassador for Beaumont’s vision and values.
• Promote equality and diversity.
• Adhere to policies and attend mandatory training.
• Perform other lawful and reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Beaumont Care Homes operate across Northern Ireland, providing a safe, homely environment with professional staff committed to person-centered care. We encourage staff development and offer a variety of activities and nutritious meals to enhance residents' quality of life.

Company Culture

We offer diverse activities, including outings, arts and crafts, therapies, and intergenerational programs. Our staff are passionate about caring for older and vulnerable people, with many senior managers having started as carers.

Desired Criteria

• Registered on the NISCC Live Register
• Experience caring for the elderly
• Experience as a care assistant
• NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care
• Medical dispensing qualification

Closing Date

Tuesday 13th May, 2025

Note: If not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be required. For more info, check our Blog.

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