At Apleona , We are always on the lookout for talented and dynamic Individuals to join our team at our Religious Site in Tullamore, Co Offaly
Shift Patern Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week
Main duties and responsibilities
- To maintain a high standard of care. and to create a homely atmosphere while maintaining a safe environment for Sisters.
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Ensure all health and safety regulations are complied with.and ensure adult safeguarding protocols are in place.
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Maintain a high standard of communication, professional and ethical responsibility.
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Provide person-centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life of Sisters by: assessing care needs of each sister and develop a care plan
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Ensuring the sisters needs are met as fully as possible, with the utmost respect and dignity.and ensuring the sisters are consulted on and participate in all aspects of their care.
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Ensuring protocols are in place for the administration and storage of medication for individual sisters.
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Ensuring all complaints and incidents are recorded and reported to the relevant point of contact (Local Superior & Apleona)
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Respect the dignity and confidentiality of the sisters. Serve as an advocate where necessary and liaise re same with the local superior. .
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Co-ordinate and arrange Sisters' medical appointments and transport for same.
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Maintain appropriate and accurate written records and reports regarding Sister's care in accordance with local/national/ professional guidelines.
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Ensure clarity of information/developments at handover to local superior or a named person at end of each shift.
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Conduct audits and reviews and discuss new initiatives with the local superior.
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Manage the rostering of all staff within their remit and manage payroll/timesheets for relevant staff (Care & Household)
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Delegate to and supervise the work of other grades of staff within the remit of their role as appropriate.
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Coordinate staff training and records of them with the local superior./ Public Health Nurses, GP's, Pharmacist etc
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Know and practice according to established legal requirements, policies and procedures.
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Deal with emergency situations in an efficient and professional manner.
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With the local Superior arrange orders, procurement or any other aspects required for the sisters.
Qualifications and experience
- Experience in working with elderly
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Proven experience working in facilities or healthcare
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People management experience Full driving licence
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Garda vetting required
if you have the right skillset, We look forward to your application !
