General Assistant

Job details

Job Description

To work flexibly within any area of the home as directed by the Director of Nursing, or the Nurse-in-Charge, to provide support according to the home’s needs.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Domestic / Cleaning Duties

To perform duties using work schedules to promote and maintain an environment which reflects a high standard of care delivery.
To be aware of the working environment at all times and to follow procedures to ensure the safety of residents, staff, visitors and that of the post holder.
To be responsible for the safe and secure storage of domestic and cleaning products when not in use.
To ensure that all areas of the home are kept clean and tidy by damp dusting, dust control, mopping, suction cleaning and damp mopping.
To be responsible for cleaning equipment, keeping it clean and free from damage and reporting of faults to the Nurse-in-Charge and enter into Maintenance book as they occur.

Laundry Duties

To be responsible for laundering of residents’ clothing, carefully following garment care instructions, and ensuring sufficient linen and towels are available at all times.
To be responsible for following all Health & Safety, COSHH, and Infection Control and observe personal duty of care in relation to equipment resources and procedures.

Kitchen Duties

The post holder will work supervised and assist the Cook to maintain an efficient day-to-day service.
The post holder will assist in a variety of kitchen and domestic duties and will work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
To assist with the setting of tables and ensuring a high standard of cleanliness in the dining areas.
Assist with the preparation of meals, setting of tables and the removal of foods and utensils after meals, in a manner which reflects the home’s philosophy of respect of the resident.
To rinse and place all used utensils in dishwasher and to wash and place all clean dishes in the appropriate storage area.
To assist with the preparation and cleaning of vegetables under the instruction and guidance of the Cook.
To ensure that all dry goods and vegetable areas are kept clean and tidy.
To brush and mop floors as directed by the Cook.

General

To adhere to all Company, statutory and Health and Safety obligations.
To attend any relevant training sessions to ensure that you are fully equipped to perform your role effectively as specified by the Nurse Manager.
To be aware of company policies, procedures and practices concerned within your area of work, e.g. Health & Safety, Fire Awareness, Moving & Handling acquired through formal training as organised by the company.
To be involved with supporting and orientating new members of staff on an ongoing basis.
Job Descriptions are systematically reviewed and updated.
To ensure effective and appropriate communication with residents.
To be mindful of hazards created by leads/cables, trolleys etc which could cause a resident to fall or injure themselves.
Duties/tasks listed within the context of this job description are not exhaustive.

Job Type: Part Time / Full Time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Shinrone, County Offaly: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person