Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our team at Temploy Connection (Healthcare) Limited. This role is vital in providing high-quality care and support to individuals in healthcare settings. As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will contribute significantly to enhancing the well-being and comfort of our clients.
Responsibilities
* Personal Care: Assisting with tasks like dressing, undressing, bathing, toileting, and grooming.
* Medication Management: Overseeing medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed schedules.
* Monitoring and Reporting: Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), observing and documenting patient conditions, and reporting any changes to senior staff or nurses.
* Care Planning: Participating in the development and review of care plans, ensuring they are person-centered and reflect individual needs.
* Supervision and Support: Overseeing junior care workers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support in their daily duties.
* Emergency Response: Responding to emergencies, providing first aid, and escalating situations to appropriate healthcare professionals.
* Maintaining a Safe Environment: Ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, promoting a clean and comfortable environment, and adhering to infection control protocols.
* Social and Emotional Support: Providing companionship, engaging in social and recreational activities, and offering emotional support to patients and their families.
* Administrative Tasks: Maintaining accurate patient records, completing documentation, and participating in team meetings.
Requirements
* Relevant qualifications: Completion of a healthcare support qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care) or equivalent experience.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
* Empathy and compassion: A genuine desire to care for others and promote their well-being.
* Organizational and time management skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and work independently.
* Physical and mental stamina: Ability to handle physically demanding tasks and emotionally challenging situations.
* Clinical skills: Knowledge of basic clinical observations, infection control, and medication management.
If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and become part of our dedicated team at Temploy Connection (Healthcare) Limited.
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