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, R93DD43.

We are a long-established Nursing Home Group based in Dublin, Carlow, Meath, Westmeath & Kildare. Our mission is to provide the best 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 hold a genuine interest and passion in what they do, which 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 multi-disciplinary team responsible for the care of our residents. The HCA helps, supports, and directs 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 dress care functions for residents

• Safe manual handling and transfer of residents within nursing home

• Delivery of food to and feeding of residents

• Return of used trays and dishes to kitchen, leaving residents and their rooms neat and tidy

• Bed making and linen changes

• Provide incontinence and toilet care to residents, including emptying commodes and replacing catheter bags

• Assist trained nurses with provision of psychological and social support as needed

• Maintain continuous vigilance towards dignity, comfort, safety, and whereabouts of residents

• Adhere continuously to hygiene, health, and safety regulations

• Carry out any other duties as required

Great Benefits on Offer

• Paid breaks

• 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