The posting
This position involves a 39-hour week, at €16.12 per hour, based at our Dublin location (D03KW08)Main responsibilities: To deliver quality care to each resident To assist residents with intimate and personal care, based on assessed needs To assist residents with eating and drinking where and when appropriate To promote and encourage a normal nutritional diet To assist residents with mobilizing To assist with diversional therapy i.e. activities, movement to music etc. Assist nursing staff with all the resident care and the care of the dying Be familiar with the control of infection Report any changes in residents’ condition to senior nurse on duty At night to ensure residents sleep patterns are not unduly disrupted by excessive noise and bright lights Document any records you are required to keep in the course of your duty. Health & Safety: Due to the high dependency of the residents, close supervision day and night is vital for their safety and well-being To be aware of health and safety policies within Nazareth Care Ireland To report any faulty equipment e.g. lifting hoists, bath hoists, etc. to your immediate supervisor To familiarize yourself with the use of transfer slide sheets, handling belts Use hoists only with a second staff member present Ensure you understand policies and procedures with regard to Evacuation and Fire. Additional Daily Responsibilities: Collect food orders from residents by 8:00 am daily To support with tea and toast at breakfast time Serve meals to residents in the dining room from the Bain Marie Provide tray service to resident rooms as required Clear crockery and cutlery from resident rooms and dining areas to the pantry after each meal Deliver additional food items as requested Complete tea rounds during morning, afternoon, and evening periods Replenish water jugs in resident rooms daily Provide tea and light refreshments to resident families in exceptional circumstances Maintain pantry cleanliness overnight Prepare breakfast trays for the following day Any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time.Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications: Have FETAC Level 5 and/or other relevant training Have previous experience of caring for the elderly preferably in a residential setting To adopt a person-centered approach to care planning Experience of working with others in a team setting Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Have a genuine interest in caring for older people Show a positive attitude and be open to changing needs within Nazareth Care Ireland To participate in care planning with nursing and other relevant staff Be proficient in Manual Handling and Patient Moving SkillsThis job description outlines the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment according to business needs within Nazareth House.
