emeis Ireland is the largest Nursing Home Group and a market leader in Ireland for elderly care.
We are currently on the look out for Healthcare Assistants to join our team in The Ashley Lodge Nursing Home in Co. Kildare.
At emeis Ireland we are looking for Healthcare Assistants to physically or mentally support challenged residents in their everyday lives. The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you’re a compassionate, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience and/or qualifications in the caring for the elderly would be advantageous.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide care to residents ensuring their independence is promoted and that residents’ dignity is maintained at all times. This will involve following your clients care plan - assistance with personal care and mobility.
Excellent observation skills are very important.
Developing and maintaining good relationships with residents and their families.
Adhering to confidentiality policy at all times.
Ensuring resident safety through a high level of observation skills, accurate recording & reporting.
Deliver high quality care and assistance to our residents as per their Care Plan – personal care, toileting, moving & transferring.
Observe, listen and engage with residents.
Be punctual and manage time effectively.
Communicate any changes or concerns in relation to resident needs/care.
Adhere to Health & Safety and Infection Prevention and Control regulations.
SKILLS
Committed to health & safety.
Positive and compassionate attitude.
A high degree of empathy sensitivity and patience.
A caring and kind nature.
A willingness to assist patients with personal care tasks.
The ability to follow complex procedures and instructions.
A desire to use your initiative, but also to work in a team.
Excellent observational and communication skills.
Strong time management and organisational skills.
Benefits we offer:
Competitive pay rates, depending on experience and qualifications
Paid training
Ongoing progression and training
Cycle to work scheme
Free Parking
Free Uniform
Employee Assistance & Well Being Programmes.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East Kildare Co. Kildare, CO. Kildare: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you EU National? We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.
Work authorisation:
- Ireland (preferred)
Work Location: In person
