Health Care Assistant
Ref No: VAC-26387
Location: Jamespark, Kilkenny, Ireland
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Salary and Benefits:
" Flexible shifts to suit your availability
" Weekly payroll
" 24/7 on-call support
" Excellent HSE public sector pay rates
" €17.59 to €22.10 per hour depending on proven previous experience, premium rates apply for weekends, bank holidays, and qualification.
ISM Recruitment is currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants for agency shifts in Jamespark, Kilkenny, Ireland. By joining our team, you'll enjoy the flexibility to work around your own schedule while gaining access to shifts across Ireland's leading healthcare organisations, including HSE facilities.
Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps.
Job Description:
" Assist with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily activities
" Promote residents' dignity, independence, and emotional well-being
" Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
" Maintain hygiene and infection control
" Ensure safety, assist with falls prevention and mobility
" Support patient transport and respond promptly to call bells
" Communicate respectfully and seek help when needed
Job Requirements:
" QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support, Pre-nursing, or Community Care (all 8 modules, 120 credits)
" Eligible to work in Ireland - EU passport or valid GNIB Card: Stamp 1G, 4, 5, or Blue Card
" Full vaccination record (Hep B, MMR, TB, Varicella)
" International Clearance if you have lived in a country/countries other than Republic of Ireland while over the age of 16 for more than 6 months.
" Current employment as a Healthcare Assistant/Carer (6 months minimum, proof of employment required)
" For Garda Vetting Applicants are required to produce, Passport from country of citizenship, Irish/EU/UK Driving Licence or Learner Permit, Irish Certificate of Naturalisation or National Identity Card (EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens). *Applicants who do not have 1 of the above identify documents can not be considered*
Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts: 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am