Compassionate Care Assistant — Guaranteed Hours

Mowlam Healthcare; Ennis; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QQI Training Support

Guaranteed hours contracts

Sunday Premium Rates

Double time on Bank Holidays

Career Progression Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbe

Supportive Team and Learning Work Env.

Comprehensive induction and clinical培训

Referral bonus and retail discounts

Job summary

Mowlam Healthcare Ireland invites applications for the Healthcare Assistant role at Ennis Nursing Home. The successful candidate will work as part of the care team under the Named Nurse concept, supporting residents and contributing to our philosophy of care.

The role involves maintaining residents’ dignity, aiding mobility, assisting with daily activities, and communicating closely with the nursing team and families.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Reliable and professional.
• Can work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a positive outlook.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing staff and deliver high quality person-centred care.
• Get to know residents' interests and provide companionship.
• Promote mobility and assist with daily activities.
• Help residents maintain personal appearance and hygiene with dignity.
• Communicate with nurses about residents' condition and daily life.
• Assist residents to eat/drink and maintain comfort.
• Participate in social activities and events.
• Maintain communication with residents' families and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Team player

Fluent English

Education

QQI Healthcare Support

Job description

Mowlam Healthcare Ireland invites applications for the Healthcare Assistant role at Ennis Nursing Home. The successful candidate will work as part of the care team under the Named Nurse concept, supporting residents and contributing to our philosophy of care.

The role involves maintaining residents’ dignity, aiding mobility, assisting with daily activities, and communicating closely with the nursing team and families.