Health Care Assistant
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.
Main duties
- Assist with personal care and activities of daily living, including washing, dressing, grooming, toileting and continence care, while protecting dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
- Support safe mobility, repositioning and transfers using approved moving and handling techniques and equipment.
- Assist with meals, eating, drinking and hydration in accordance with individual care plans and dietary requirements.
- Observe residents' condition, comfort and safety and promptly report changes, concerns, incidents or emergencies to the Registered Nurse.
- Assist with care records and other documentation as directed.
- Communicate respectfully with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team, referring clinical queries to the Registered Nurse.
- Provide companionship and reassurance and support residents to maintain independence and participate in social, recreational and religious activities.
- Follow care plans, infection prevention and control procedures, safeguarding requirements, health and safety procedures and organisational policies.
- Help maintain clean, safe and appropriately stocked resident, clinical and sluice areas, and report faulty equipment.
- Assist with meal and beverage service, ward errands and other appropriate support duties as directed.
- Attend mandatory training, supervision and continuing professional development.
Requirements
- QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support or equivalent recognised training, or a commitment to commence the required QQI Level 5 programme.
- Previous Healthcare Assistant or older-person care experience is desirable.
- Applicants must demonstrate a caring, compassionate and resident-centred approach, good communication and teamwork skills, reliability and flexibility.