Healthcare Assistant

Job Summary

We are the largest Nursing Home Group and a market leader in elderly care in 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 the job for you. We expect you to be polite, a good communicator, and dedicated to providing excellent care. Experience and/or qualifications in caring for the elderly would be advantageous.

Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to accept overseas candidates that require sponsorship.

Job Objectives

General Responsibilities:

• Provide care to residents ensuring their independence is promoted and their dignity is maintained at all times, following their care plan.
• Assist with personal care and mobility as needed.
• Use excellent observational skills to monitor residents and report accurately.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with residents and their families.
• Adhere to confidentiality policy at all times.
• Ensure resident safety through careful observation and accurate reporting.
• Deliver high-quality care and assistance to residents as per their Care Plan, including personal care, toileting, and moving & transferring.
• Observe, listen, and engage with residents.
• Be punctual and manage time effectively.
• Communicate any changes or concerns related to resident needs/care.
• Adhere to Health & Safety and Infection Prevention and Control regulations.

Skills Requirement

• Committed to health & safety.
• Positive and compassionate attitude.
• A high degree of empathy, sensitivity, and patience.
• A caring and kind nature.
• Willingness to assist patients with personal care tasks.
• Ability to follow complex procedures and instructions.
• Desire to use your initiative, but also work well in a team.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Location: Letterkenny, Donegal