Beechfield Care Group - Glengara Park Nursing Home
Beechfield Care Group is currently looking to recruit a Health Care Assistant to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Glengara Park Nursing Home, Glenageary Rd, Glasthule, Dublin A96 H242.
We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to supply the best standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home.
About Glengara Park
Glengara Park is set in a distinctive Victorian country house with large gardens. We are fortunate to be close to Sandycove and just a short walk from the sea. Every resident is unique, and we respect and value each individual for who they are. This is our ethos. We take pride in our wonderful and passionate care team, which comprises a number of staff who have been with us for over 10 years. Their experience, along with their genuine interest and passion in doing what they do, is essential in achieving and maintaining the high standard that we set for ourselves.
About the Role:
The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The HCA helps, supports, and directs personal care required to maximize the independence and well-being of our residents, including looking after their physical, emotional, and cultural needs.
Role Responsibilities:
1. Undertake hygiene and dressing care functions for residents.
2. Safe manual handling and transfer of residents within the nursing home.
3. Delivery of food to and feeding of residents.
4. Return of used trays and dishes to the kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy.
5. Bed making and linen changes.
6. Provide incontinence and toilet care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags.
7. Assisting trained nurses with the provision of psychological and social support as needed.
8. Continuous vigilance towards dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents.
9. Continuous adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations.
10. Any other duties as required.
Great benefits on offer:
1. Paid breaks.
2. Meals on site.
3. Paid training.
4. Free parking.
5. Flexible working hours.
6. Education & Development - Paid QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Modules.
7. Summer & Christmas parties.
8. Access to Pension Scheme.
9. Employee Assistance Programme.
10. Long service, employee recognition, and appreciation awards.
Desirable:
1. Elder care experience.
2. QQI Level 5 - Healthcare Support.
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