ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Access Healthcare is currently looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team in a nursing home in Tuam,Galway, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care. Join our dynamic and supportive organization, and help us deliver compassionate, high-quality healthcare solutions to those who need it most.

REQUIREMENTS:

• FETAC Level 5 or equivalent in a healthcare discipline ( minimum 3 core modules- care support, care skills and care of older person)
• At least 6 months of relevant experience in an Irish healthcare setting is a must!
• Familiarity with HIQA Standards
• Ability to travel to Tuam
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Comfortable working in nursing home settings

• Patient Care Support: Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility to ensure patient comfort and well-being.
• Monitoring Patient Health: Observe and report any changes in patients’ conditions, including vital signs, and ensure accurate documentation of observations.
• Assisting Healthcare Professionals: Support nurses and doctors during medical procedures and treatments, ensuring a smooth workflow and assisting with equipment preparation.
• Cleaning and Sterilizing: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in patient rooms, medical equipment, and hospital areas, following infection control protocols.
• Emotional and Social Support: Offer compassionate care, providing emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families during their hospital stay.