Nightingale Health & Homecare Providers Ltd. is recruiting two full-time Healthcare Assistants to provide professional home care and personal support to clients in their own homes across Cork City and surrounding suburbs.
The successful applicants will provide person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans and company policies.
Main duties include assisting clients with personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, continence care, mobility and transfers. The role also includes assistance with meals, hydration, companionship, social support and activities of daily living while promoting dignity, independence and choice.
Healthcare Assistants will support older people and clients with dementia, reduced mobility or other care needs. They will observe clients' general wellbeing and report concerns or changes in condition to the appropriate member of the care management team.
Other duties include maintaining accurate care records, following infection prevention and control procedures, safeguarding clients, maintaining confidentiality and communicating appropriately with clients, families and healthcare professionals.
Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support or an equivalent recognised health or social care qualification.
A minimum of one year of relevant healthcare or home care experience is required.
Good spoken and written English, effective communication skills, reliability and the ability to work independently and as part of a care team are required.
Applicants must be flexible to work rostered shifts, including some evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays where required.
A full Category B driving licence and access to transport are desirable where travel between clients is required.
Successful applicants will be subject to Garda Vetting, reference checks and verification of qualifications.
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Positions available: 1
Hours: 39 hours per week
Basic rate: €16.50 per hour
Minimum annual remuneration: €33,462 per annum based on 39 hours per week.
Enhanced rates may apply for eligible weekend, Sunday and Bank Holiday shifts.
Location of employment: Cork City and surrounding Cork suburbs, with care provided primarily in clients' own homes.
Nightingale Health & Homecare Providers Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer.