Health Care Assistant

To participate in the basic nursing care of the residents under the supervision of Registered Nursing staff e.g. bed bathing, pressure area, mouth care, feeding and eye care. To assist the residents with their toileting needs, including continence promotion. To change beds, tidy residents' rooms and do light cleaning.

To empty aids, where appropriate. To assist with problems with mobility, including those of mobility aids, where appropriate. To help in the serving of meals and drinks, feeding those residents who are unable to feed themselves and ensuring that each resident receives the meal or diet that he/she has requested and is suitable for his/her needs.

To help with the admission and discharge of residents, including listing of resident's property/clothing. Must be prepared to train and complete Fetac Level 5. Must have demonstrated the ability to work both as a team member and on own initiative.

Must be prepared to attend such training sessions as are deemed necessary by the management. Must demonstrate a loyalty, flexibility and commitment to the Care Home.