Health Care Assistant. Dublin. Irlanda

Care Assistants will assist in the provision of care and work as part of a team to achieve required standards.  

Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.

Assist residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual).

Assist in the delivery of care for residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness.

Observe care planning needs for residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Lisheen Nursing Home’s policies and procedures.

Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in Lisheen Nursing Home.

Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone when required. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.

Under the supervision and guidance of senior care staff, report on the well-being of residents.

Carry out regular checks on residents at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.

Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty.

Clean and maintain equipment used by residents e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc.

Assist residents who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc). Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required.

Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as and when required.

Participate in relevant training to achieve required qualifications.

Report immediately to the Director of Nursing, Clinical Nurse Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a resident, colleague, self or another.

Promote safe working practices within Lisheen Nursing Home.

Education requirements:-

Fetac 5 QQI Healthcare or equivalent.

To apply please email CV to: valerielisheennursinghome.ie