Health Care Assistant

UNIBEE EDUCARE IRELAND LIMITED; Munster; On-site; EUR 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established nursing home in Ireland is seeking an experienced Health Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves assisting residents with daily activities and promoting their well-being. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience in healthcare and hold a QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits such as free meals and parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free meals

Free parking

Access to pension scheme

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Maintain safe levels of care and ensure safe practice.
• Promote the well-being of residents.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate attitude

Teamwork

Education

QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare

Diploma or Ordinary Bachelor Degree

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

Douglas nursing home, Moneygourney, Cork, Co. Cork, Douglas Nursing and Retirement Home currently seeking for a experienced Health Care Assistant to join our well established nursing home, where we are committed to providing exceptional care and improving the lives of our residents. The role is full time, 39 hours per week, Pay Rate 30.000 per annum.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• To assist in maintaining safe levels of care and ensuring safe practice.
• To liaise with and carry out the instructions of the nurse in charge and other allied professionals.
• To promote the physical, emotional, social and intellectual well being of residents.
• Assist with mobility and physical therapy exercises.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients.
• To work in accordance with any regulations pertinent to the safe running of the home i.e. Safety, Health and Welfare at work Act 1989, HIQA, HSE.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, minimum 12 months experience.
• QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Free meals.
• Free parking.
• Access to pension scheme.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Teamwork