Compassionate Healthcare Assistant: Dignity & Independence

AllPro Recruitment; Carlow; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AllPro Recruitment, on behalf of our client in the public healthcare sector, is seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality care and support to service users across a range of healthcare settings.

The role involves assisting with personal care and daily needs, promoting dignity and wellbeing, following care plans, and collaborating with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Hold a QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support or an equivalent qualification.
• Or a relevant QQI NARIC Ireland recognised qualification.
• Or be currently employed as a Healthcare Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care, hygiene and mobility.
• Support daily activities while encouraging independence.
• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care.
• Observe and report changes in health or wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and instructions from nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate records and complete documentation.
• Work collaboratively with nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
• Follow safeguarding, infection prevention and safety policies.
• Provide reassurance and emotional support to service users and families.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

Job description

AllPro Recruitment, on behalf of our client in the public healthcare sector, is seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality care and support to service users across a range of healthcare settings.

The role involves assisting with personal care and daily needs, promoting dignity and wellbeing, following care plans, and collaborating with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, person-centred care.