HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT | BRIDHAVEN NURSING HOME, MALLOW

Bridhaven Nursing Home, is a purpose-built nursing home located in Mallow, Co. Cork
Bridhaven Nursing Home is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. This is achieved by living our core company values in relations 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.

JOB SUMMARY:

Healthcare Assistant is a pivotal role in creating a caring environment in which resident’s quality of life is promoted. Healthcare Assistant is at the heart of our philosophy and culture for the centre therefore successful candidates will be required to deliver personal care and assistance to residents in the nursing home.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum partial QQI Level 5 Award - Healthcare or equivalent
• Elder care experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent personal care abilities
• Eligibility To Work In Ireland - Due to immediate service requirements, this role is open to applications who hold EU/EEA citizenship with the right to work in Ireland without restriction. Unfortunately, we are not in a position to support visa applications or work permits for this role at this time.
  OR
  Nursing Degree / Allied Health Degree / Relevant Healthcare Degree

• 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.