Job Details

Healthcare Assistant

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    THOMOND CARE SERVICES LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2416333
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    THOMOND LODGE NURSING HOME, Ballymahon, Co. Longford, N39 C597
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    No of positions: 2
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    30000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 16 Oct 2025
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    Closing On: 13 Nov 2025

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The Care Assistant works as a member of a team delivering care to the residents. As such a team member, the Care Assistant contributes to the fulfilment of our philosophy of care.

Duties: 
Supporting the nursing staff and team in delivering quality person-centred care to meet the needs of residents
Getting to know residents’ interests and needs providing attention, support and companionship
Promoting the mobility of residents, supervising and assisting as necessary to ensure optimum mobility is maintained and improved where possible
Enabling and assisting residents to maintain their personal appearance /hygiene needs whilst always maintaining their dignity
Enabling and assisting residents to eat/drink and achieve physical comfort.
Assisting residents with all aspects of daily care.
Any other duties deemed necessary by Nurse in Charge and management.
What are the qualifications/skills needed?
FETAC/QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare in relevant modules or equivant (in progress/completed)
Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable
Excellent communication skills
Can work independently or part of a team
Ability to maintain a positive approach in a sometimes-challenging environment
Fluent level of English both written and oral 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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