Healthcare Assistant

Virtue Integrated Care; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Drogheda is seeking a full-time Health Care Assistant. The ideal candidate will assist residents with daily living activities and promote their dignity and independence. Essential qualifications include a QQI Level 5 in Healthcare and elder care experience. Competitive pay rates and continuous training opportunities are available.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Continuous Training and Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral Programme

Free ongoing training and development

Free on-site parking

FREE Meals on Duty

Bike To Work Scheme / Tax saver

25% discount at Stacks Pharmacies

Qualifications

• Must have a QQI Level 5 Award in Healthcare or equivalent.
• Experience in elder care is essential.
• Must have excellent communication and personal care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high standards of holistic care to residents.
• Carry out tasks involving direct care and daily living activities.
• Report any incidents affecting residents' health or safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent personal care abilities

Elder care experience

Education

Minimum partial QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent

Nursing Degree / Allied Health Degree / Relevant Healthcare Degree

Job description

Health Care Assistant | Moorehall Lodge Drogheda, Drogheda, Dublin Road, Co. Louth

Moorehall Lodge Drogheda is a purpose-built nursing home located in Drogheda, Co. Louth.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, always promoting their equality and dignity.
• Carry out assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living which may include e.g. washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, dining, social activities, conversation, communication support and all other aspects of daily living.
• Respect the privacy and dignity of all residents and promote their independence.
• Provide particular attention and assist residents who have limited mobility.
• Understand, be knowledgeable on and observe care plans and alert nurses immediately regarding any changes in the physical and mental state of the residents.
• Report immediately any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of residents or visitors.
• Maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors of the home.
• Communicate effectively with all residents and their relatives/representatives.
• Contribute to and enhance the quality of resident activities and events.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum partial QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent
• Elder care experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent personal care abilities
• Eligibility to work in Ireland

OR

Nursing Degree / Allied Health Degree / Relevant Healthcare Degree

What we offer

• Excellent pay rates
• Continuous Training and Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral Programme
• Free ongoing training and development
• Free on-site parking
• FREE Meals on Duty
• Bike To Work Scheme / Tax saver
• 25% discount at Stacks Pharmacies.

We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. This is achieved by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents' rights, choice, and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.

It is our mission to ensure that residents feel valued and loved within their homes. Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse, and caring colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents.

Our core company values

Communication | Privacy, Respect & Dignity | Choice | Independence | Individuality | Rights | Community Partnership

Moorehall Lodge Drogheda (part of the Virtue Integrated Elder Care Group), provides a positive living experience for people in a place they can flourish and call home. We are delighted to invite suitable candidates to apply for a full-time Health Care Assistant.

Why work for us

Teamwork and excellent provision of care are our trademarks. We offer flexible work practices, a friendly and homely working atmosphere, promotional, learning, and developmental opportunities. We pride ourselves with exceptional resident care which stands at the forefront of our core values.

Moorehall Lodge Drogheda is an equal opportunities employer.