Health Care Assistant

Beechfield Care Group are currently seeking to recruit Health Care Assistants to assume responsibility for the care of residents at Beechwood Nursing Home, Leighlinbridge, Carlow, R93 DD43.

We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath, and Kildare. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of quality care to our residents. Our philosophy places the care of the resident at the heart of the nursing home.

About Beechwood

Beechwood Nursing Home is a purpose-built residential home situated in the picturesque village of Leighlinbridge, pleasantly located on the banks of the River Barrow. Every resident is unique, and we respect and value everyone for who they are. This is our ethos.

Happiness and independence are paramount at Beechwood Nursing Home. Our staff have a genuine interest and passion for what they do, and this is essential in achieving and maintaining the high standards we set for ourselves.

About the Role

The Health Care Assistant is a key member of the multidisciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The Health Care Assistant helps, supports, and provides personal care required to maximise the independence and wellbeing of our residents, including looking after their physical, emotional, and cultural needs.

Role Responsibilities

✔ Undertake hygiene and dressing care functions for residents.

✔ Safely manually handle and transfer residents within the nursing home.

✔ Deliver food to residents and assist with feeding.

✔ Return used trays and dishes to the kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy.

✔ Make beds and change linen.

✔ Provide incontinence and toileting care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags.

✔ Assist trained nurses with the provision of psychological and social support as needed.

✔ Maintain continuous vigilance towards the dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents.

✔ Adhere at all times to hygiene, health, and safety regulations.

✔ Carry out any other duties as required.

Great Benefits on Offer

✔ Meals on site

✔ Paid training

✔ Free parking

✔ Flexible working hours

✔ Education & Development – Paid QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support Modules

✔ Summer & Christmas parties

✔ Access to Pension Scheme

✔ Employee Assistance Programme

✔ Long service, employee recognition, and appreciation awards