Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – (Macroom) | From €14.79 per hour

CareChoice Group Ireland; Sleveen East; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing home provider in Ireland is seeking Full-time/Part-time/Relief Healthcare Assistants to support nursing staff and provide holistic care. The role requires QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare and good communication skills. Starting rate is €14.79 per hour with premium payments for Sundays and night shifts. Opportunities for professional development and promotion within the organization are offered.

Benefits

Gym discount

Death in Service Benefit

Comprehensive induction training

Competitive rates of pay

Paid quality training

Opportunities for promotion

Free parking

Subsidised lunches

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents.
• Ensuring residents' hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards.
• Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Warm, caring attitude

Good level of English language skills

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare

Job description

Overview

With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.

We are now looking for Full-time/Part-time/Relief Healthcare Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents
• Ensuring residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident\'s dignity at all time
• Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs
• Assisting residents with mobilizing as appropriate and using correct aids
• Escorting or/and transfer residents as directed by the Nursing staff
• Assisting in End-of-Life Care
• Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.

Qualifications and Skills

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare/Relevant healthcare qualification (or working towards).
• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, caring attitude.
• Have a good level of English language skills
• Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.

What we offer

• Premium payments on Sundays and night shift
• FLYEfit gym discount - stay active and healthy with discounted gym membership
• Death in Service Benefit
• Comprehensive induction training
• A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid quality training and continuous professional development
• Opportunities for promotion within an expanding group
• Extensive in-house training (NMBI approved)
• Employee Assistance Programme - supporting your mental health and wellbeing
• 1 Free Uniform per year
• Free parking
• Subsidised lunches

Starting rate of €14.79 per hour!