Multitasking Home Attendant

• Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities (bathing/showering, toileting etc.), feeding, positioning, mobilisation of residents/ service users, fitting of equipment etc.
• Respond to emergency needs when they arise and facilitate the safe removal of residents in accordance with local Emergency plans.
• Respect residents/ service users and their families showing dignity, courtesy and professionalism at all times.
• Under direction of a relevant manager/professional assist residents/ service users in preparation for their meals ensuring resident/ service users dietary needs are met
• Assist residents/ service users to ensure their specific dietary requirements are met, encouraging residents/ service users to eat and drink, preparing special drinks and snacks
• Transport/escort residents/ service users within or outside the service area as necessary
• Assist with care of the deceased, preparation and transfer to the mortuary as required by line manager.
• Transport medical records, specimens, medical gases, equipment, medicines, stores, etc. within or outside the service when necessary.
• Be responsible for the general cleaning and disinfecting of resident/ service user equipment, wheelchairs, trolleys/beds, chairs or other ward/service equipment
• Assist with the management of stocks and supplies. attending to designated housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, waste management
• Vacuum carpets and mop/buff floors.clean toilets and polish glass/brass surfaces. collect and dispose of rubbish.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment safely (per COSHH guidelines).
• Display safety signage during cleaning operations and report defects and safety issues promptly.
• Service of food and/or beverages and preparation of service area and/or service points
• Correct storage of food items and equipment after service
• Maintain personal hygiene, appearance, and uniform to company regulations always.
• Attend staff meetings, induction and mandatory in-service training courses
• As required update records in line with local policy relevant to the role assigned
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all grades of staff
• Report any accidents, near misses or incidents

• Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills Or FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support
• Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service Skills or equivalent
• Flexible approach to working hours, rostering e.g. unsocial hours/shift work, night duty, attitude to work
• Ability to work on your own as well as part of a team
• Confidentiality, empathy and remaining calm under pressure
• Garda vetting required

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