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At Apleona, we are always on the lookout for talented and dynamic individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Domiciliary Carer to be based at our facility in Newbridge, Kildare.
Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday, various shifts, 36 hours per week.
***Fixed Term Contract - Illness Cover***
Main duties and responsibilities
- Monitoring and reporting patients’ health needs. and contributing to the development of care in care plans and complete interventions as described.
- Supporting the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed. and providing emotional support to residents.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Communicating effectively with physicians, nurses, support staff, and external allied health practitioners.
- Participating in team meetings, handovers, and performance reviews. and maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Documenting all interventions and patient responses. and ensuring compliance with best practice in a private home care setting.
- Responding to emergencies and providing immediate care as per policy. and collaborating with emergency response teams as needed.
- Working in accordance with Health & Safety standards and using the provided personal protective equipment.
- Demonstrating flexibility in response to business changes, development, and the review of best practices.
- Helping clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, hair care, shaving, dressing, and undressing.
- Helping with meal preparation, considering dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Reporting any changes in the individual’s condition or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Monitoring individuals for safety and aiding in preventing accidents.
- Assisting with the use of mobility aids, such as walking of wheelchairs.
- Staying informed about the specific needs and conditions of the individuals under care.
- Ensuring the client’s dignity and independence and honouring the preferences and choices of individuals under care.
Qualifications and experience
- Minimum QQL 5 qualifications
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Decision making, attention to detail and problem solving
- Right to work in Ireland
- Garda vetting required
We look forward to hearing from you!
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