Healthcare Assistant

We are currently recruiting for Full-Time Health Care Assistants for Northwood Nursing Home, Old Ballymun Road, Northwood Ave, Santry. D09 H32HHours:39 Hours Per WeekSalary Range:€32,691 per annumResponsibilities:To work as part of a team of Health Care Assistants, under the direction of the Nursing teamTo provide quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents/patientsTo provide high standard services as specified in agreed care plans and to contribute to the continual review of resident’s needsEnable and assist resident to maintain their personal hygiene and appearanceEnable and assist resident to eat and drinkEnable and assist resident to access and use toilet facilities, participating in individual continence promotion programmesContribute to the movement and treatment of resident to maximise their physical comfortPromote mobility of resident, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure resident retains optimum mobilityMaintain high level of communication between resident’s family and staff developing good relationshipsTo work closely with the activity co-ordinator/social care leader of the Residential home and ensure engagement of the residents at arranged activities where possible and suitable.To escort/Accompany residents to the hospital or for other appointments when directed by the senior nursing staff.Staff adhere to infection control and prevention policySafekeeping of resident’s personal propertyReport broken or unsafe items that need repairAssess and record vital signs and report any concerns to nursing teamAssess and record weights and MUST scores and report any concerns to nursing teamParticipate in CPR and basic lifesaving and act as a first responder for the HCA teamTakes blood samples from residents/patients following phlebotomy trainingThe ideal candidate should have the following attributes:Cheerful and compassionate by nature, you will possess sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving abilities and be able to pay attention to the details.

Reading, writing and communicating clearly in English is vital.Experience is preferred, but not as essential as your genuine desire to develop or progress a career in this field is a vital attribute. A respectful and courteous attitude to seniors is required, and weekend availability is highly desirable.Qualification:QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or Equivalent Benefits:HSF Health PlanEducation SupportEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLength of Service RewardBirthday RewardSubsidised MealsBike to Work SchemeBartra Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer