Healthcare Assistant

Nazareth Care Ireland

Dublin

On-site

EUR 32,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Nazareth Care Ireland in Dublin (D03KW08) offers a 39-hour week at €16.12 per hour, based at our Dublin location. You will deliver high-quality care to residents, assist with intimate personal care, meals, mobility, and activities, while promoting a normal diet and maintaining infection control.

This role requires FETAC Level 5 or equivalent, prior elder care experience, teamwork, effective communication, and a person-centered approach.

Qualifications

Have FETAC Level 5 and/or other relevant training.
Experience of caring for the elderly, preferably in a residential setting.
Adopt a person-centered approach to care planning.
Experience working with others in a team setting.
Proven commitment to continuing professional development.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Genuine interest in caring for older people.
Be proficient in Manual Handling and Patient Moving Skills.

Responsibilities

To deliver quality care to each resident.
To assist residents with intimate and personal care, based on assessed needs.
Assist residents with eating and drinking where appropriate.
Promote and encourage a normal nutritional diet.
Assist residents with mobilizing and with diversional therapy activities.
Report any changes in residents’ condition to senior nurse on duty.
Ensure safe practices and infection control, with policies understood.
Document required records during duty and maintain pantry cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Manual Handling

Person-centered care

CPD

Empathy

Positive attitude

Education

FETAC Level 5

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

This position involves a 39-hour week, at €16.12 per hour, based at our Dublin location (D03KW08).

Main responsibilities:

To deliver quality care to each resident
To assist residents with intimate and personal care, based on assessed needs
To assist residents with eating and drinking where and when appropriate
To promote and encourage a normal nutritional diet
To assist residents with mobilizing
To assist with diversional therapy i.e. activities, movement to music etc.
Assist nursing staff with all the resident care and the care of the dying
Be familiar with the control of infection
Report any changes in residents’ condition to senior nurse on duty
At night to ensure residents sleep patterns are not unduly disrupted by excessive noise and bright lights
Document any records you are required to keep in the course of your duty

Health & Safety:

Due to the high dependency of the residents, close supervision day and night is vital for their safety and well-being
To be aware of health and safety policies within Nazareth Care Ireland
To report any faulty equipment e.g. lifting hoists, bath hoists, etc. to your immediate supervisor
To familiarize yourself with the use of transfer slide sheets, handling belts
Use hoists only with a second staff member present
Ensure you understand policies and procedures with regard to Evacuation and Fire

Additional Daily Responsibilities:

Collect food orders from residents by 8:00 am daily
To support with tea and toast at breakfast time
Serve meals to residents in the dining room from the Bain Marie
Provide tray service to resident rooms as required
Clear crockery and cutlery from resident rooms and dining areas to the pantry after each meal
Deliver additional food items as requested
Complete tea rounds during morning, afternoon, and evening periods
Replenish water jugs in resident rooms daily
Provide tea and light refreshments to resident families in exceptional circumstances
Maintain pantry cleanliness overnight
Prepare breakfast trays for the following day
Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:

Have FETAC Level 5 and/or other relevant training
Have previous experience of caring for the elderly preferably in a residential setting
To adopt a person-centered approach to care planning
Experience of working with others in a team setting
Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Have a genuine interest in caring for older people
Show a positive attitude and be open to changing needs within Nazareth Care Ireland
To participate in care planning with nursing and other relevant staff
Be proficient in Manual Handling and Patient Moving Skills

This job description outlines the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment according to business needs within Nazareth House.