Healthcare Assistant

Virtue Integrated Care

Full-timePosted 1 week ago

Job Description

Healthcare Assistant (HCA) | Craddock House Nursing Home, Craddockstown Road, Naas, Kildare

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, always promoting their equality and dignity.

Carry out assigned and delegated tasks involving direct care and all activities of daily living which may include e.g. washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, dining, social activities, conversation, communication support and all other aspects of daily living.

Respect the privacy and dignity of all residents and promote their independence.

Provide particular attention and assist residents who have limited mobility.

Understand, be knowledgeable on and observe care plans and alert nurses immediately regarding any changes in the physical and mental state of the residents.

Report immediately any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of residents or visitors.

Maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors of the home.

Communicate effectively with all residents and their relatives/representatives.

Contribute to and enhance the quality of resident activities and events.

Essential Criteria's:

QQI Level 5 in healthcare (or equivalent)

2+ years' experience in elder care

OR Nursing/Allied Health/Healthcare related Degree

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Strong supervisory and motivational skills

Why Join Us?

Excellent pay rates

Continuous Training and Development

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral Programme

Free ongoing training and development

Free onsite parking

Meals on Duty

Bike To Work Scheme / Tax saver

Hospital Saturday Funds

* 25% discount at Stacks Pharmacies.

Craddock House Nursing Home is a purpose-built nursing home located in Naas, Kildare.

We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. This is achieved by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents' rights, choice, and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.

It is our mission to ensure that residents feel valued and loved within their homes. Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse, and caring colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents.

Our core company values:

Cradock House Nursing Home, Naas (part of the Virtue Integrated Elder Care Group), provides a positive living experience for people in a place they can flourish and call home. We are delighted to invite suitable candidates to apply for a fulltime Health Care Assistant.

Craddock House Nursing Home is an equal opportunities employer

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