Youth Health Care Assistant with Flexible Hours

Taranaki District Health Board; Taranaki; Presencial; NZD 36.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

New Plymouth Sunhaven Holdings Limited is seeking Health Care Assistants to work in a challenging environment for 30-40 hours per week. Duties include personal care, mobility support, vital signs, and meals. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Minimum 3 years' experience or NZQA Level 4 in health care is required; First Aid/CPR is advantageous. Night/weekend shifts may be required; compensation is market-driven hourly rates.

Formación

• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience as a Health Care Assistant or in a similar role or NZQA level 4 qualification in health care is required.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding nature.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• First Aid and CPR certification is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding patients.
• Assist patients with mobility and daily living activities.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and heart rate.
• Support the nursing and medical staff by carrying out instructions and maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients.
• Help with the preparation and serving of meals, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.
• Assist in moving and transferring patients using proper lifting techniques.
• Report any changes in patients' conditions or needs to the nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities.

Conocimientos

Compassionate

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

First Aid & CPR

Educación

NZQA level 4 qualification in Health care

Descripción del empleo

New Plymouth Sunhaven Holdings Limited is seeking Health Care Assistants to work in a challenging environment for 30-40 hours per week. Duties include personal care, mobility support, vital signs, and meals. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Minimum 3 years' experience or NZQA Level 4 in health care is required; First Aid/CPR is advantageous. Night/weekend shifts may be required; compensation is market-driven hourly rates.