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Job Description: Temple Recruitment is looking for healthcare assistant in Stamullen. 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. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person Reference ID: Pranay