Bluebird Care - Kildare, Laois & Offaly Healthcare Assistant
BLUEBIRD CARE (KLO)
Portlaoise, Co Laois
Permanent
Full-time
24 days ago
Bluebird Care Kildare, Laois & Offaly are currently recruiting 15 Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team in the following locations. • Bluebird Care Laois & Offaly: 26 Church Street, Portlaoise, County Laois, R32 AKC5 • Bluebird Care Kildare: Abbey House, White Abbey Road, Kildare Town, County Kildare, R52A 589 Guided by Nurse Managers across 25 Irish offices, Bluebird Care has revolutionised Home Care delivery. Our Clinical Nurse Managers offer exceptional support and training to Healthcare Assistants, significantly enhancing our Clients' lives. We seek empathetic, reliable candidates for Healthcare Assistant roles. The Role of Healthcare Assistant The Healthcare Assistant's primary role is to deliver personal care and assistance to a client in his/her own home. Care Assistants are responsible for the implementation of the requirements of the clients care plan, perform identified care duties and promote client comfort, dignity and wellbeing. Your responsibilities as a Healthcare Assistant include • Providing person-centred specialist care and support to clients with complex needs within the Community • Assessing client needs and implementing personalised care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team • Maintaining a detailed Client Activity Journal in the client's home • Building strong and enduring relationships with our clients and their families and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless communication and care delivery • Conducting regular reviews and updates of care plans and responding to changes in client conditions effectively • Participating in ongoing Training programmes to enhance your skills and knowledge in advanced care practices Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications and Experience • Completion of at least 2 modules: QQI Care Skills and QQI Care of the Older Person. • A minimum of one year's experience in a healthcare setting. • Possession of a clean Garda Vetting Certificate and, if applicable, an International Police Clearance Certificate • Willingness to undergo a medical examination to obtain a medical fitness certificate for work. • Holding a driver's license, owning transport, and being proficient in using Google Maps to locate client homes . • Ability to work independently or as part of a team. • Reliability, dedication, diligence, and trustworthiness. A good understanding of GDPR, especially its importance in working with the elderly. • Proficiency in English