Health Care Assistant - Rathmines, Dublin
Client:
Cowper Care
Location:
Dublin, Ireland
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
dc822d1dcd7e
Job Views:
4
Posted:
12.02.2025
Expiry Date:
29.03.2025
Job Description:
Cowper Care is seeking applications for the role of Healthcare Assistant at Gascoigne House Nursing Home in Rathmines, Dublin 6.
The purpose of the role is to provide person-centred care to our residents that is both efficient and effective.
The Health Care Assistant will:
1. Maximise the independence of the resident and provide support to achieve the highest possible quality of life.
2. Afford every opportunity to the resident to live and die with dignity.
3. Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, promoting their equality and dignity at all times.
4. Carry out assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nurse Manager (e.g., washing, toileting, dressing, dining, and all other aspects of daily living).
5. Contribute to a range of social, recreational, and educational activities aimed at providing a stimulating environment for the residents.
6. Maximise the emotional and physical comfort of residents.
7. Provide particular attention to residents who have limited mobility.
8. Participate in care delivery as outlined in the resident's care plan, reporting any changes observed in a resident's physical or mental state.
9. Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff, and visitors, and immediately report and record any incidents that may compromise health and safety.
10. Engage in serving resident meals with an awareness of their dietary needs and the assistance required.
11. Accompany residents when external travel is necessary.
12. Ensure all resident living areas and bedrooms are left neat and presentable.
13. Check and report faulty equipment.
14. Comply with all policies and procedures published by Cowper Care.
Minimum Requirements:
* Must have fluent written and spoken English.
* Experience in a nursing home environment or relevant experience.
* Desirable Requirement: QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support.
* Knowledge of and experience in dementia care would be a distinct advantage.
Rewards:
* Attractive remuneration package.
* Employer contribution to pension scheme with a death in service benefit.
* Career advancement opportunities & educational assistance available.
* Reimbursement for uniform.
Garda Vetting and Police Clearance will be required for the successful applicant. Applicants must submit a detailed CV outlining all relevant experience/training to date.
This is a Full-time position - 39 hours per week.
Cowper Care is an equal opportunities employer.
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