About the Position
The Healthcare Assistant will support nurses and other healthcare professionals in delivering safe, efficient and compassionate patient care. The position involves assisting with patient activities, maintaining clinical environments and supporting routine care under appropriate supervision.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist patients with personal care and daily activities.
• Support patient mobility and safe transfers.
• Assist nursing staff with routine patient-care activities.
• Record observations as authorised and report concerns promptly.
• Prepare clinical areas and equipment.
• Follow infection prevention and hygiene procedures.
• Support patient comfort and dignity.
• Maintain accurate care and support documentation.
Essential Requirements
• Healthcare assistant, nursing assistant or relevant care qualification where applicable.
• Previous healthcare or patient-support experience preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality and patient dignity.
• Ability to work under the direction of registered healthcare professionals.
Country-specific requirements:
Regulated healthcare professions are subject to the relevant Irish professional registration and recognition requirements.
Experience & Language
- 1+ year healthcare or support experience preferred
- Strong English communication skills are required. Nurses and other regulated healthcare professionals may need to demonstrate English-language proficiency through an accepted pathway such as IELTS or OET, depending on the applicable registration requireme
Application Information
Candidates should ensure they meet the relevant professional, registration, immigration and employer requirements before applying.