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Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner.
Are you passionate with a caring nature? Could you provide the necessary support and personal care to residents with dementia and nursing requirements?
The Home
Blair House Care Home in Newtownards is a nursing home with a newly opened mental health unit. The home has a total of 85 beds: 21 mental health, 20 residential dementia, 15 nursing dementia and 29 frail and elderly nursing.
The Role
To provide high-quality person-centred care to the residents of the home, supporting with their everyday needs and contributing to their enjoyment of life.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist qualified staff with care plans, tasks and activities to support the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents
- Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved
- Assist residents with eating, drinking, washing, dressing and going to the toilet
- Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families
You Will Need
- To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
- A good standard of written and oral English
- Experience in Health and Social Care not required as full training will be provided
- The Right to Work in the UK
- Be NISCC registered or eligible to register
The Benefits
- Paid annual leave
- The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
- 4-weekly pay
- Continuous professional development and training
- Values-led culture
- Overtime available at an enhanced rate
- Opportunities for progression
- Pension plan (if applicable)
- Attractive hourly rate
- Access NI fee paid for
- NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
- Uniforms and PPE provided
- Monthly incentives and recognition awards
- Free parking