Health Care Assistants

Company Details Confidential; Ireland; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursing home in Ireland is seeking Health Care Assistants to join their multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must have QQI / FETAC Level 5 qualifications and at least 2 years of experience in a nursing home or hospital. The role involves providing care and support to residents and ensuring their safety and well-being. An understanding of English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Care of the Older Person or equivalent.
• Legally entitled to work in Ireland and the EU.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Care of residents as directed by nursing staff.
• Support residents' equality and safety.
• Assist in maintaining residents' well-being and interests.

Skills

QQI / FETAC Level 5 in Care of the Older Person

Good knowledge of English

Experience in nursing home or hospital

Education

Relevant healthcare qualification

Job description

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

Central Park Nursing Home, Clonberne, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway is currently looking to recruit Health Care Assistants to join our multi-disciplinary team. Interested Candidates must:

• Be QQI / FETAC Level 5 qualified in Care of the Older Person / Healthcare Support or other accepted qualifications in a relevant healthcare discipline
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work within Ireland and the EU
• Good knowledge of the English language preferable
• A minimum of 2 years of previous nursing home or Hospital experience

Please note in line with the requirements of the Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA), all qualifications, career gaps, employment history, and registrations will be verified during the recruitment process. Any irregularities or false information provided could invalidate your application.

Job Responsibilities

• Care of Residents
• Carry out all instructions relating to the direct care of residents, as directed by the Nursing Staff
• Support the promotion of equality for all residents
• Contribute to the protection and safety of residents at all times
• Assist in the ongoing support of residents and others significant to them by enabling residents to maintain their interests, identity and well-being and maintaining contact with those who are significant to them
• Support residents in the transition due to changing from one care requirement to another

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]