Job Title: Health Care Assistant
Total Care Recruitment is delighted to be working as an approved agency in the Belfast Area. We are seeking health care assistants for full-time hours.
About the Role:
The post holder is required to provide and assist in the provision of high-quality person-centered care for patients and their families.
* Assist in all aspects of direct personal care for patients/clients and carry out other assigned tasks in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse or Midwife.
* Follow the agreed plan of care.
* Respect people's dignity, wishes and beliefs and obtain their consent for treatment.
Responsibilities:
Care Provision:
* Assist with the care of patients' clothing, laundry, lockers and wardrobes.
* Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and beverages for patients.
* Assist patients to eat and drink and record and report same.
Recording and Reporting:
* Maintain high standards of practice at all times.
* Participate in the care of the deceased patient and their relatives.
* Record and report care activities undertaken accurately to the nurse-in-charge.
Confidentiality and Teamwork:
* The post holder must ensure that all information regarding patients is kept in strict confidence.
* Promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency.
Requirements:
Essential Criteria:
* Have an NVQ Level 2 Care Award or equivalent.
We Offer:
* A dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will be your link person throughout your employment with Total Care Recruitment Ltd.
* A 24/7 telephone service to all of our staff if you should ever need to contact the agency outside of office hours in the event of an emergency.
* Weekly pay
* Individually tailored supervision and support to all staff.
Contact Us:
Ms Laura Totton (Principal Social Worker) will be your single point of contact for any query whether it be a professional/personal support or career development.