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St Peters Nursing Home is set in the beautiful area of Castlebellingham, Co Louth we are currently looking for a Health Care Assistant to join our team.

Our Residents are the most important people and at St Peters their choices are respected. We want to create a Home for Home in a friendly environment.

JOB PURPOSE:

• To assist in provision of care to our Residents and work as part of a team to achieve excellent standards.
• To ensure Clients retain their dignity and Individuality.
• To be involved in the general activities of the Nursing Home.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications.
You must have a:

• Genuine interest in working within a Caring Environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Willingness to be team player
• FETEC/NFQ 5 or equivalent and a willingness to participate in training and development

Main Responsibilities
Care:

• Ensure the highest levels of care are maintained by supporting / assisting Clients, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
• Assist Clients in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. Physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Clients retain their comfort and dignity.
• Pay particular attention to assisting Clients who have limited mobility, or physical / Learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
• Closely monitor Clients who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
• Assist in the promotion of continence.
• Assist in the delivery of care for Clients who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last office
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with clients and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the care centre.
• Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
• Under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff, report on the wellbeing of Clients.
• Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
• Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments / assistance as and when required.
• Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Nursing Home's disposal of waste policy.
• Ensure the Nursing Homes resources are used appropriately.
• Clean and maintain equipment used by Clients / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensure the Nursing Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company's attention to detail to philosophy.
• If applicable, care for clients' clothing and rooms as named, and ensure that all clothing is recorded and clearly marked.
• Ensure full privacy and dignity is maintained for the dying and the bereaved, in line with the company's policies and procedures.
• Assist Clients who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties, dietary requirements etc.) Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Wash up as requested / required.
• Escort Clients travelling to and from the Nursing Home e.g. on social outings, hospitals visits etc.
• Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients personal and financial affairs, and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Clients.

At Trinity Care we're like one big family and treat each of our residents, families, and team members with the same levels of passion, care, and respect.

We provide private residential, convalescent, and rehabilitative care in our purpose-built Nursing Homes. We have centres in Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Kilkenny, and Cavan.

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INDHP

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

HSEMW21425

Nursing and Midwifery

Director of Nursing 3 - Assistant 2912

HSE

External

This job is in the HSE.

HSE Mid West

• Tipperary (North)
• Limerick
• Clare

Nenagh Hospital

HSE Mid West: Limerick, Tipperary and Clare

• Permanent Wholetime

18/09/ :00:00

TBC

We welcome enquiries about the role.

Ms. Cathrina Ryan, Director of Nursing, Nenagh Hospital

Email:

Tel:

Contact for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

DNCC25148

Nursing and Midwifery

Director of Nursing (Mental Health) - Assistant 2542

HSE

External

This job is in the HSE.

HSE Dublin and North East

• Dublin North

Integrated Health Areas of Dublin North County and Dublin North City & West

HSE Dublin and North East: North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan, and Monaghan

• Permanent Wholetime

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29/09/ :00:00

To be Confirmed. Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.

Name: Andrew Sheridan

Title: Acting Interim Director of Nursing, Mental Health

Email:

Phone: 01 –

Mobile:

Contact David Glynn at davidf, for enquiries relating to the recruitment process

Informal Enquiries for the role:
Contact: Jackie Austin, Title: Director of Public Health Nursing, Tel: , Email: for further information about the role.

HR Enquiries:
Integrated Health Areas of Dublin North County and Dublin North City & West is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you have a recruitment related query or require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact:

Purpose of the Post: / Details of Service:
The Public Health Nursing Service provides a service across the life span to all client groups. Services are provided at the level of the individual, family and the broader community. In addition to delivering personalised care to individuals, account is taken of the collective health and well-being, the social determinants of health and the nursing care needs of the whole population. Activities therefore include clinical nursing, health promotion and public health and well-being initiatives.

The Public Healh Nursing Service works collaboratively with nursing colleagues in the acute, secondary, and end-of-life Palliative Care services and with General Practitioners and Practice Nurses within Primary Care Teams.

Under the leadership of the Director of Public Health Nursing, the Assistant Director of Public Health Nursing (ADPHN) will be responsible for the management of the community nursing service delegated to them. They must manage the delivery of an efficient and effective community service to those eligible who require it. All nursing staff report to and are supervised by the ADPHN.

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Location of the Post:

Community Healthcare East/ Cúram Sláinte Pobail Thoir

There is currently one permanent, whole-time vacancy available in Hawthorns Grove Avenue Stillorgan Co Dublin

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Director of Nursing Assistant - Intellectual Disability IHA Dublin South & Wicklow from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.

Details of the Service:

The service caters for adults & Children with a Moderate to severe range of intellectual disability or autism in a variety of residential, respite and supported settings.

These settings are located in Maynooth, Co. Kildare and Dublin( Tallaght, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Crumlin, Stillorgan, Ballyboden)

Hawthorns, Grove Avenue, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin is a 25-bedded residential service, The centre caters for residents with moderate to severe learning disability some with challenging behaviour/ dual diagnosis.

Aisling House, Maynooth, County Kildare is a 16-bed service consisting of 5-community houses in a cul de sac in Maynooth. This service caters for residents with severe intellectual disability and presenting with communicative behaviours/dual diagnosis.

Sorrento, Maynooth, Co Kildare 6 bed house on its own grounds which offers ground floor accommodation to residents.

Good Counsel services, ocated in Crumlin and Terenure is a 16 bed centre for people with a mild to moderate intellectual disability which also includes Westfield House, Stocking Lane, Rathfarnham. 9 bedded unit for our more elderly dependent clients who have transitioned from Good Counsel Centre.

Community Houses X8 Firhouse, Ballyboden Rathfarnham,Churchtown, Tallaght Residents living within the community who have varying needs and supports there is an emphasis on community inclusion.

Respite Services (Children's Respite Service) 2 houses

Farmleigh – Palmerstown

Liffeyvale - Stillorgan

Is 9 bedded Residential Respite service for children on Autism Spectrum Disorder and mild intellectual disability ranging from 6 years to 18 years old. Children attend the service on rational basis and attendance is determined by the needs of families and young people. Residential is provided on planned basis.

Adult respite services- provides respite to adults with ASD /ID within a community based setting, service users attend on a rotational basis.

The HSE provides a wide range of community based services for people with Intellectual Disabilities and co-existing conditions in various social circumstances within the Regional Health Area. These services are strategically evolving and developing within the Regional Health Area and the Assistant Director of Nursing will have a pivotal role in the development of these services.

Purpose of the Post:

The Director of Nursing 1, Assistant serves as part of the Senior Nurse Management Team and will operate within the wider hospital management team.

The Director of Nursing 1, Assistant is responsible for the standard of nursing care within the directorate and leads the nursing team in the development and coordination of the service within the directorate's defined priorities.

They translate directorate priorities for all nursing and healthcare assistant (HCA) staff with the aim of achieving the best possible clinical outcomes and experience for patients.

As a core member of the directorate management team they play a significant role in leading, planning and commissioning new services, identifying continuous improvement to current services and identifying new innovative ways of delivering effective services.

Starting from €14.79 per hour

With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.

We are now looking for Full-time/Part-time/Relief Healthcare Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents
• Ensuring residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident's dignity at all time
• Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs
• Assisting residents with mobilizing as appropriate and using correct aids
• Escorting or/and transfer residents as directed by the Nursing staff
• Assisting in End-of-Life Care
• Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.

Qualifications and Skills

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare/Relevant healthcare qualification (or working towards).
• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, caring attitude.
• Have a good level of English language skills
• Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.

What we offer:

• Premium payments on Sundays and night shift
• FLYEfit gym discount - stay active and healthy with discounted gym membership
• Death in Service Benefit
• Comprehensive induction training
• A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid quality training and continuous professional development
• Opportunities for promotion within an expanding group
• Extensive in-house training (NMBI approved)
• Employee Assistance Programme - supporting your mental health and wellbeing
• 1 Free Uniform per year
• Free parking
• Subsidised lunches

Starting rate of €14.79 per hour

Starting from €14.79 per hour

With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.

We are now looking for Full-time/Part-time/Relief Healthcare Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents
• Ensuring residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident's dignity at all time
• Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs
• Assisting residents with mobilizing as appropriate and using correct aids
• Escorting or/and transfer residents as directed by the Nursing staff
• Assisting in End-of-Life Care
• Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.

Qualifications and Skills

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare/Relevant healthcare qualification (or working towards).
• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a warm, caring attitude.
• Have a good level of English language skills
• Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.

What we offer:

• Premium payments on Sundays and night shift
• FLYEfit gym discount - stay active and healthy with discounted gym membership
• Death in Service Benefit
• Comprehensive induction training
• A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Paid quality training and continuous professional development
• Opportunities for promotion within an expanding group
• Extensive in-house training (NMBI approved)
• Employee Assistance Programme - supporting your mental health and wellbeing
• 1 Free Uniform per year
• Free parking
• Subsidised lunches

Starting rate of €14.79 per hour

The Health Care Assistant is responsible for assisting with the provision of individualised patient care while under the supervision, direction and guidance of a Registered Nurse and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The health care assistant will be familiar with all policies and procedures of the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital. The health care assistant will carry out his / her duties to the best of their capabilities having regard for patient safety and patient care. The role is one of a holistic nature and encompasses competencies necessary to fulfil the requirements of the post in line with the Office of Health Management.

For More Information, Please See The Attached Job Description.
Informal enquiries: Please contact

Fiona Hearty - Directorate Nurse Manager