MPA Recruitment

Employer Location: LONDONDERRY
Phone Number: 02870357035
Email: muirinn.mccloskey@mparecruitment.co.uk
Web: www.mparecruitment.co.uk

Job description

MPA Recruitment are a dedicated Healthcare Agency committed to providing the highest standard of patient care, and we are delighted to share that we have been awarded first place supplier for all nursing auxiliaries/ care assistants throughout all the hospitals in NI. This means that we get first refusal on all shifts across all wards in every hospital and have a wide range of shifts available, long days, night shifts, AM shifts, PM shifts and twilights . We are currently seeking compassionate and reliable Health Care Assistants to join our supportive and friendly team. We are heavily recruiting in the Derry/Londonderry area at present .

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding
• Supporting individuals with mobility and helping them move safely around the facility
• Monitoring and recording patients' conditions, such as temperature, pulse, and respiration
• Helping patients with day-to-day tasks and encouraging independence
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare staff
• Providing emotional support and companionship to patients
• Ensuring that patient rooms and care areas are clean, tidy, and safe
• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of meals and drinks
• Following infection prevention protocols and safeguarding policies
• Updating patient records accurately and timely under supervision
• Supporting nurses with clinical tasks as trained and delegated

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Previous paid experience in a care setting (6 months min) in the last 5 years
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care (preferred)
• Able to demonstrate a caring, patient, and empathetic approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Right to work in the UK (or applicable region)
• NISCC Registration

Further Information

What We Offer: Competitive salary and shift enhancements Training and development opportunities Additional Holiday fund 24/7 on call support from our dedicated consultants Pension scheme Child friendly Hours Weekly pay Access to our MPA training suite offering specialised training like safety intervention (MAPA) Local shifts to keep travelling to a minimum