Multi-Task Assistant | Signacare Killerig Nursing Home
Important: Right to Work
Immediate Service Requirement: This role is only open to applicants who hold EU/EEA citizenship or existing, unrestricted right to work in Ireland.
About Signacare Killerig
SignaCare Killerig is a unique, luxury nursing home in a beautiful setting between Carlow and Tullow. We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents. At Signacare Killerig our CARA values - Caring, Ambitious, Responsive, Accountable - define how we work, how we care, and how we grow together. These values underpin everything we do, from how we support our residents and families to how we work as a team.
Salary & Benefits
Excellent remuneration package
Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and financial advice)
Employee Recognition Scheme
Educational assistance and ongoing professional development
Career advancement opportunities as part of a successful group
Free meals on duty
Free parking
Purpose of the Role
To support the delivery of a high-quality, homely and engaging environment for residents by assisting with their daily needs, promoting their independence, dignity and choice, and supporting the nursing and care teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Support residents with daily activities and general needs, excluding direct personal care.
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Assist with mealtimes, including preparing dining areas, serving meals and drinks, and supporting residents with eating where required under the direction of the HCA/Nurse.
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Maintain residents' rooms, including changing beds, tidying rooms and wardrobes with residents' consent.
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Assist with linen, toiletries and other household supplies.
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Support resident admissions and discharges, including recording personal belongings.
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Encourage resident engagement through activities such as conversation, games, music, dancing, walking and chair-based exercises.
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Report any accidents, incidents or concerns immediately to the Nurse in Charge.
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Maintain confidentiality and respect residents' privacy, dignity, choice and rights at all times.
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Follow all health and safety, infection control and nursing home policies and procedures.
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Work positively as part of the wider nursing home team and attend required training.
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Maintain a professional appearance and wear the correct uniform at all times.
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Help create a positive and welcoming environment where residents feel at home, with a focus on Food and Fun.
