Compassionate Healthcare Assistant: Patient Care Support

FHLB Des Moines; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Health System in Ireland seeks a Healthcare Assistant to support the nursing team in delivering compassionate patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, confidentiality and high clinical standards.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, feeding, equipment transport and ward hygiene, contributing to a safe, clean and comfortable patient environment. Training and career development are provided.

Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate and good interpersonal skills.
• FETAC Level 5 qualification or equivalent is essential.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Support nursing staff with mobilising and transporting patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of ward areas and equipment.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and toilet/commode care as directed.
• Respond to call bells and report patient needs to the Nursing Team.

Skills

Caring for patients

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Confidentiality

Physical fitness

Willingness to work in healthcare

Communication skills

Education

Leaving Certificate

FETAC Level 5

Job description

Bon Secours Health System in Ireland seeks a Healthcare Assistant to support the nursing team in delivering compassionate patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, confidentiality and high clinical standards.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, feeding, equipment transport and ward hygiene, contributing to a safe, clean and comfortable patient environment. Training and career development are provided.