Live-in Carer

THE NIGHTINGALE AGENCY LIMITED; The Municipal District of Bray; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nightingale Agency Limited is seeking a compassionate Live-in Carer to provide dedicated, one-to-one care in a private home setting. You will support the individual’s medical, physical, and emotional needs with a person-centred approach.

Essential qualifications include a QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in healthcare, and the ability to deliver high-level home care with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Desirable: up to 6 months’ residential care experience.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant healthcare discipline.
• Ability to provide high-level care in a home setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of one-to-one care tailored to the patient’s condition.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Monitor changes in health and report to treating professionals as required.
• Assist with feeding and nutritional needs where required.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.

Skills

Communication skills

One-to-one care

Education

QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

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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

Elizabeth Mcnamara is seeking a compassionate and qualified Live-in Carer to provide dedicated, one-to-one care to an individual with a medical condition in a private home setting. The role requires delivering high-quality, person-centred care while supporting the individual’s medical, physical, and emotional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of care and provide continuous, one-to-one care tailored to the patient’s specific medical condition
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming,
• Monitor and report changes in the patient’s health condition
• Assist with feeding and nutritional support where required
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Work in line with care plans and medical guidance from treating professionals as required
• Meal preparation and basic cookingConfidentialityMaintain strict confidentiality regarding patient and company informationEnsure all records and information comply with GDPR requirements
• Confidentiality
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patient and company information
• Ensure all records and information comply with GDPR requirements

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant healthcare discipline
• Ability to provide high-level care in a home setting
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Up to 6 months’ experience in a residential care setting

Additional Information

This role is strictly for care in a private home for a person with exceptional medical needsSupporting documentation may be required as part of the employment permit application

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Entry Level