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At Apleona , We are currently on the look out for talented and dynamic individuals to join our team . We currently have an opening for a Multitasking Home Attendant at our facility in Monasterevan, Co Kildare
Shift Pattern Monday - Sunday 44 Hours per week average
Main duties and responsibilities
- 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
Qualifications and experience
- 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
We look forward to your application!
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