Healthcare Assistant - Annabeg Nursing Home

An Exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Annabeg Nursing Home, in Ballybrack, Co. Dublin is part of Trinity Care Group a well-respected, multi-award-winning Nursing Home Group, part of the international DomusVi Group.

We provide private residential, convalescent, and rehabilitative care in our purpose-built Nursing Homes. We have centres in Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Kilkenny, and Cavan.

JOB PURPOSE:

• To assist in provision of care to our Residents and work as part of a team to achieve excellent standards.
• To ensure Clients retain their dignity and Individuality.
• To be involved in the general activities of the Nursing Home.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS.

You must have a:

• Genuine interest in working within a Caring Environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Willingness to be team player
• FETEC/NFQ 5 or equivalent and a willingness to participate in training and development

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Care:

• Ensure the highest levels of care are maintained by supporting / assisting Clients, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
• Assist Clients in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. Physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Clients retain their comfort and dignity.
• Pay particular attention to assisting Clients who have limited mobility, or physical / Learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
• Closely monitor Clients who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
• Assist in the promotion of continence.
• Assist in the delivery of care for Clients who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last office
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with clients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the care centre.
• Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
• Under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff, report on the wellbeing of Clients.
• Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
• Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments / assistance as and when required.
• Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Nursing Home's disposal of waste policy.
• Ensure the Nursing Homes resources are used appropriately.
• Clean and maintain equipment used by Clients / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensure the Nursing Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company's attention to detail to philosophy.
• If applicable, care for clients' clothing and rooms as named, and ensure that all clothing is recorded and clearly marked.
• Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved, in line with the company's policies and procedures.
• Assist Clients who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc.) Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Wash up as requested / required.
• Escort Clients travelling to and from the Nursing Home e.g. on social outings, hospitals visits etc.
• Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients personal and financial affairs, and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Clients.