Health Care Assistant (Part Time) Glebe, Kilternan D18

Cowper Care Centre; Dublin; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Garda Vetting and Police Clearance

Job summary

Cowper Care Centre in Kilternan, Dublin 18, is seeking a part-time Healthcare Assistant to support residents at Glebe House Nursing Home.

The role is 20 hours per week with some weekends and nights, offering an opportunity to provide person-centred care and assist with daily living activities under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Experience in a nursing home and strong English are required; QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursing home environment or relevant care experience.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Dementia care knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities under supervision.
• Assist with washing, toileting, dressing, dining and mobility.
• Promote dignity and quality of life for residents.
• Contribute to social, recreational and educational activities.
• Report changes in residents' condition to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Dementia care

Education

QQI Level 5 – Healthcare Support

Job description

Description

Cowper Care is seeking applications for the role of Healthcare Assistant (Part Time) for its Nursing Home - Glebe House Nursing Home, Kilternan, Dublin 18. This role is for 20 hours a week and includes some weekends and nights.

Purpose

To provide quality person centred care to our residents that is both efficient and effective.

The Health Care Assistant will

• Maximise the independence of the resident. Provide support to the resident to achieve the highest possible quality of Life. Afford every opportunity to the resident to live and die with dignity.
• Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, promoting their equality and dignity at all times.
• Carry out assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager e.g. washing, toileting, dressing, and undressing, dining and all other aspects of daily living.
• Contribute to a range of social, recreational and educational activities aimed at providing a stimulating environment for the residents.
• Maximise the emotional and physical comfort of residents.
• Participate in care delivery as outlined in the resident's care plan, reporting any changes observed in a resident's physical or mental state.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors.
• Engage in the serving of resident meals with an awareness of their dietary needs and assistance required.

Requirements

• Experience in a nursing home environment or relevant experience
• Strong written and spoken English
• Desirable: QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support
• Knowledge of and experience in dementia care

Rewards

• Loyalty Programme
• Death in Service benefit
• Career advancement opportunities & educational assistance available
• Subsidized meals
• Reimbursement for uniform
• Garda Vetting and Police Clearance will be required for the successful applicant.

This is a Full-time position - 39 hours per week.

Cowper Care is an equal opportunities employer