Healthcare Assistant

Role Summary

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Cowper Care is seeking applications for the role of Healthcare Assistant for its Nursing Homes in Dublin.

Cowper Care is only able to interview candidates with EEA passports at this time.

Responsibilities

The Health Care Assistant will

• Maximise the independence of the resident to achieve the highest possible quality of Life.
• Afford every opportunity to the resident to live and die with dignity.
• Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to residents, promoting their independence and equality at all times
• Provide direct resident care by undertaking personal care tasks e.g. assistance with washing, dressing, bathing, eating, toileting
• Participate in care planning and alert nurses regarding any changes in the physical and mental state of the residents
• Contribute to the moving and treatment of residents to maximise physical comfort
• Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors
• Applicant Requirements
• Experience in a nursing home environment or relevant experience
• Strong written and spoken English
• Desirable Criteria: QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support

Location

SAINT PATRICKS NURSING HOME St Patricks Nursing Dublin St, Baldoyle Dublin 13 D13 V085 - Ireland | GASCOIGNE HOUSE NURSING HOME Gasgoigne House 37-39 Cowper Road Dublin 6 D06 HW18 - Ireland | KILTERNAN CARE CENTRE Glebe House Nursing Glebe House Nursing Dublin 18 D18 Y201 - Ireland

About the Company

Comfort Care Ltd T/A Comfort Homecare is a trusted provider of high-quality, person-centred home care services. We are committed to supporting our clients to live safely and independently in their own homes, while promoting dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.