Healthcare Assistant

Ling Kwang Home For Senior Citizens; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior citizens care facility in Singapore is seeking dedicated care assistants to support residents with personal hygiene, mobility, and meal assistance. Applicants should have a minimum of GCE 'N' or 'O' Level Certification and be able to work in rotating shifts. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, and previous healthcare experience is preferred. Join us to enhance the quality of life of our residents through compassionate care and engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCE 'N' or 'O' Level Certification or relevant certificate in Healthcare Support.
• Ability to work 6 days a week in rotating shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as assisting patients effectively and safely.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist resident with hygiene and personal care as directed by Registered Nurse.
• Promote self-care education and resident independence.
• Monitor residents' physical condition and report changes.
• Assist residents with mobility using proper techniques.
• Participate in recreational activities and encourage resident involvement.
• Assist residents during meals and report issues to Registered Nurse.
• Observe safe work practices and report problems.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork ability

Physical task capability

Education

GCE 'N' or 'O' Level Certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist resident with individual hygiene and personal care as directed and supervised by Registered Nurse following documented care plan.
• Promote education of self-care and independence for residents ensuring the outcome standards for resident care are achieved.
• Monitor residents’ physical condition and report any changes or deterioration to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist residents who have problems with mobility ensuring appropriate transfer and lifting techniques are employed.
• Participate in nursing home recreational activities; provide physical, emotional and social assistance. Encourage residents’ involvement.
• Assist residents during meals with eating and drinking, report any problems to the Registered Nurse.
• Observe safe work practices while attending to responsibilities and reports any problems to the Registered Nurse.
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘N’ or ‘O’ Level Certification, or relevant certificate in Healthcare Support.
• Ability to work 6 days a week in rotating shifts, including weekends and Public Holidays.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as assisting patients effectively and safely.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.