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 join our team in Ennis, Co Clare
Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday 20 Hours per week
Main duties and responsibilities
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Monitoring and reporting patients' health needs. and contributing to the development of care in care plans and complete interventions as described.
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Supporting the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed. and providing emotional support to residents.
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Collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
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Communicating effectively with physicians, nurses, support staff, and external allied health practitioners.
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Documenting all interventions and patient responses. and ensuring compliance with best practice in a private home care setting.
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Responding to emergencies and providing immediate care as per policy. and collaborating with emergency response teams as needed.
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Working in accordance with Health & Safety standards and using the provided personal protective equipment.
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Demonstrating flexibility in response to business changes, development, and the review of best practices.
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Helping clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, hair care, shaving, dressing, and undressing.
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Helping with meal preparation, considering dietary preferences and restrictions.
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Assisting at mealtime, including eating support if necessary. and gently reminding and supporting individuals to take prescribed medications.
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Assisting with medication support and administration under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals,
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Performing light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and organising.
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Maintaining open and clear communication with individuals, their families, and healthcare professionals.
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Reporting any changes in the individual's condition or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
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Assisting with the use of mobility aids, such as walking of wheelchairs.
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Ensuring the client's dignity and independence and honouring the preferences and choices of individuals under care.
Qualifications and experience
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Minimum QQL 5 qualifications
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Excellent communication skills and customer service
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Experience working with elderly advantageous
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Decision making and attention to detail
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Right to work in Ireland
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Garda vetting required
We look forward to your application!
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