Health Care Assistant

LOTUS CARE LIMITED; Ireland; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lotus Care Limited in Ireland is seeking a Healthcare Assistant/Assistant Support Worker to provide direct support to residents in care homes, under nursing supervision. You will assist with personal care, monitor health conditions, and help with routine clinical tasks while maintaining safety and dignity.

Candidates should have a Nursing degree or Physiotherapy degree or a QQI level 5 qualification and at least six months of relevant care experience; compassionate, patient, and team-oriented

Qualifications

• Nursing/Health related degrees or QQI level 5 qualification.
• Minimum 6 months experience in direct client/resident care.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support healthcare professionals under supervision and help monitor patients' health conditions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Education

Nursing degree

Physiotherapy degree

QQI Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Unit 205B, Birr Technology Centre, St Brendan's Park, Birr, Offaly, R42 HX39

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit.Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

A Healthcare Assistant/ Assistant Support worker is responsible for providing support to service-users in care house assigned to him/her and Nursing Homes to be able to achieve their goals and identified priorities.We are looking for a Healthcare assistant/Assistant Support Worker who will assist healthcare professionals, under the supervision of qualified nursing staff, to carry out a spectrum of duties. Their tasks include assisting patients with personal care and conducting clinical duties, in addition to carrying out, monitoring, and recording the results of medical tests, which the healthcare professional will analyze. Healthcare assistants will be working under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals and provides first-hand care, comfort, and safety to patients.The candidate must be compassionate, patient and possess a genuine passion for working with people.A quick learner with excellent communication skillscommitment to provide a quality service to residents.ability to work as part of a team.

Qualifications for the role

• Degree in Nursing
• Degree in Physiotherapy
• Degree in social work OR Minimum FETAC/QQI level 5 qualification or equivalent
• Minimum 6 Months experience working as a Health Care assistant or in a similar role involving direct client/resident care.

For the purposes of the application, please see the breakdown below:

Yearly remuneration: €36,036

Hours Per week 42

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]