Care Assistant

Guardian Healthcare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated care assistant to provide exceptional care to residents during the night. The role involves assisting with personal care, monitoring residents, and maintaining a safe environment. Training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to enter the caregiving field.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caring for older people preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs.
• Monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks.
• Completing accurate care records and reporting any changes.

Skills

Senior Care

Nursing Home Experience

Hospital Experience

Acute Care

Basic Math

Computer Skills

Caregiving

Vital Signs Experience

Medical Terminology

Rota Management

Mentoring

Leadership Skills

Job description

We are seeking a care assistant who can provide the highest level of care to our residents during the night. It is essential to maintain residents' dignity and individuality at all times, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience in caring for older people is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Assisting residents with personal care and continence needs
2. Closely monitoring residents during the night and undertaking regular checks
3. Supporting residents with eating and drinking
4. Ensuring the home and equipment are safe, clean, and tidy at all times
5. Completing accurate care records and reporting any changes in residents to the person in charge

Key Skills:

• Senior Care
• Nursing Home Experience
• Hospital Experience
• Acute Care
• Basic Math
• Computer Skills
• Caregiving
• Vital Signs Experience
• Medical Terminology
• Rota Management
• Mentoring
• Leadership Skills

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: [Specify years of experience required]

Vacancy: 1