Compassionate Healthcare Assistant for Elder Care

HILLCREST NURSING HOME LIMITED; Letterkenny; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Nursing Home Limited in Letterkenny is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our team, supporting residents with daily living activities and promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing in a warm environment.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary care team, provide companionship, maintain a clean, safe setting, and demonstrate reliable, professional behaviour. QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or equivalent is required or pursued.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in caring for older people.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, compassionate, and professional attitude.
• Hold or be working towards a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Healthcare Support (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a nursing home or healthcare setting (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship.
• Promote dignity, respect, and person-centred care at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Compassionate attitude

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support

Job description

Hillcrest Nursing Home Limited in Letterkenny is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join our team, supporting residents with daily living activities and promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing in a warm environment.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary care team, provide companionship, maintain a clean, safe setting, and demonstrate reliable, professional behaviour. QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or equivalent is required or pursued.