Job Description

emeis Ireland is the largest Nursing Home Group and a market leader in Ireland for elderly care.

We are currently out the look out for Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Ireland, Dublin, Kildare, Portlaoise and Tipperary. 

At emeis Ireland we are looking for Healthcare Assistants to physically or mentally support challenged residents in their everyday lives. The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you’re a compassionate, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience and/or qualifications in the caring for the elderly would be advantageous.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide care to residents ensuring their independence is promoted and that residents’ dignity is maintained at all times. This will involve following your clients care plan - assistance with personal care and mobility.

Excellent observational skills are very important.

Developing and maintaining good relationships with residents and their families.

Adhering to confidentiality policy at all times.

Ensuring resident safety through a high level of observation skills, accurate recording & reporting.

Deliver high quality care and assistance to our residents as per their Care Plan – personal care, toileting, moving & transferring.

Observe, listen and engage with residents.

Be punctual and manage time effectively.

Communicate any changes or concerns in relation to resident needs/care.

Adhere to Health & Safety and Infection Prevention and Control regulations.

SKILLS

Committed to health & safety.

Positive and compassionate attitude.

A high degree of empathy sensitivity and patience.

A caring and kind nature.

A willingness to assist patients with personal care tasks.

The ability to follow complex procedures and instructions.

A desire to use your initiative, but also to work in a team.

Excellent observational and communication skills.

Strong time management and organizational skills.

Benefits we offer:

Competitive pay rates, depending on experience and qualifications

Paid training

Ongoing progression and training

Free Parking

Free Uniform

Employee Assistance & Well Being Programmes.

Full and Part Time Guaranteed Contracts.