Talent.com
Senior Healthcare Assistant
Senior Healthcare AssistantKimihia Home and Hospital • New Zealand
Senior Healthcare Assistant

Senior Healthcare Assistant

Kimihia Home and Hospital • New Zealand
13 hours ago
Job description

Kimihia Home and Hospital – Waikato District, North Island

Healthcare Assistant – Aged Care Facility in Huntly

About Us

Kimihia Rest Home & Hospital is a community-owned, non-profit aged care facility in Huntly. Established in 1979, we’ve proudly served the elderly in Huntly and surrounding areas for nearly 45 years. We are a trusted aged care provider committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our residents.

About the Role

Kimihia Home & Hospital is urgently seeking an experienced Senior Health Care Assistant to join our team. This leadership role supports Registered Nurses and Clinical Leaders, supervises HCAs, and ensures exceptional resident care to provide personal care and support to residents, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist RNs with personal care and clinical tasks
  • Administer medications (with current competency)
  • Maintain accurate documentation and uphold safety standards
  • Role-model best practice in aged residential care
  • Assist residents with personal cares (showering, toileting, mobility, pressure area care) as per care plans.
  • Respond promptly to call bells and resident requests.
  • Contribute to a safe and tidy environment, following infection control and health & safety protocols.
  • Attend training sessions and participate in team meetings.
  • Mentor and support new staff (Level 3 HCA).
  • Advocate for residents and promote their independence.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualification : At least NZQA Level 3 Certificate in Health Care Assistance (or equivalent).
  • Previous experience in aged care or healthcare support (minimum of 3 years).
  • Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to cultural sensitivity and the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
  • Physical fitness appropriate to the role.
  • Flexibility to work rostered shifts (24 / 7 service).
  • Why Join Us?

  • Supportive team environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in residents’ lives.
  • Apply Now

    If you are passionate about providing quality care and want to be part of a team that values respect and compassion, we’d love to hear from you.

    Please apply via Seek with your CV and cover letter.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Healthcare Assistant • New Zealand

    Related jobs
    Assistant Branch Manager - Lower Hutt

    Assistant Branch Manager - Lower Hutt

    Tony's Tyre Service • Lower Hutt, NZL
    Quick Apply
    Are you ready to take the next step within your career? Lead and inspire a team to excellence as an Assistant Branch Manager in our Lower Hutt store!. Here at Tony's Tyre and Auto Care we have been ...Show more
    Last updated: 14 days ago
    Management opportunities - Queensgate

    Management opportunities - Queensgate

    Dusk • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    We are calling all passionate leaders who are ready to ignite their career.This management opportunity will allow you to grow with the new store by leading the team to greatness, whilst welcoming n...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago
    Manager in Training - Queensgate

    Manager in Training - Queensgate

    Dusk • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Are you ready to ignite your career in leadership? As a.This role is perfect for a passionate and experienced retail leader looking to accelerate their management career. You’ll play a pivotal role ...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago
    Store Manager Supercheap Auto Alicetown NZ

    Store Manager Supercheap Auto Alicetown NZ

    Super Retail Group • Alicetown, Wellington, NZ
    Store Manager – Super Cheap Auto, Alicetown NZ.We’re looking for a strong, confident leader to take charge of our Alicetown store. This role requires a proven people leader who can build a positive,...Show more
    Last updated: 11 hours ago • New!
    Assistant Manager

    Assistant Manager

    Frontline Retail Wellington • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Big focus on growing talent, real pathways into multi site and regional roles.Strong bonus structure, staff perks, and generous product discounts. Supportive, down to earth team culture with a well...Show more
    Last updated: 9 days ago
    General Practitioner - Medrecruit

    General Practitioner - Medrecruit

    Medrecruit • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Permanent GP required for friendly, large practice.Purpose built, new building, great Nursing team,.Patients are a varied mix of demographic. Innovative practice, keep on top of tech equipment.Can w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Medical Practitioners & Specialists - Medrecruit

    Medical Practitioners & Specialists - Medrecruit

    Medrecruit • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Permanent GP required for friendly, large practice.Purpose built, new building, great Nursing team,.Patients are a varied mix of demographic. Innovative practice, keep on top of tech equipment.Can w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Registered Nurse - Memory Care (Part Time)

    Registered Nurse - Memory Care (Part Time)

    Summerset Retirement Villages • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    You can help bring our villages to life!.At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings o...Show more
    Last updated: 8 days ago
    NZ Customer Assistant - Queensgate

    NZ Customer Assistant - Queensgate

    Dusk • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Are you ready to light up customers' lives and create a warm, inviting atmosphere? Do you have a burning passion for candles and a knack for bringing homeware dreams to life? .If so, we have an ill...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago
    Graduate Optometrist

    Graduate Optometrist

    Oscar Wylee • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Stay on trend with a free pair of prescription glasses every six months!.Oscar Wylee is a leading optometry company with 130+ stores located in Australia, New Zealand and Canada, employing 1000+ wo...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

    Specialist Consultant - General Practice (GP)

    Medrecruit • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    Permanent GP required for friendly, large practice.Purpose built, new building, great Nursing team,.Patients are a varied mix of demographic. Innovative practice, keep on top of tech equipment.Can w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    General Practitioner

    General Practitioner

    Frontline Health Wellington • Paraparaumu, Wellington, NZ
    Coastal location with stunning beaches north of Wellington.Flexibility with days and hours of work.This medical centre requires a motivated and compassionate General Practitioner to join a diverse ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    QC Senior Laboratory Technician

    QC Senior Laboratory Technician

    3375 Schering-Plough Animal Health Limited • Upper Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    QC Senior Laboratory Technician.New Zealand - Wellington - Upper Hutt, on-site with a supportive, collaborative team.Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry.Gain valuable experience...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Lead Veterinarian

    Lead Veterinarian

    VetPartners • Melling, Wellington, NZ
    We are looking for an Clinical Lead Veterinarian a to join our team in this flexible full time role at our highly reputed clinic - PetVet Lower Hutt. Your new workplace is a modern 400m2 clinic with...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Health, Safety, Quality & Enviornmental Advisor (Mangere, Auckland)

    Health, Safety, Quality & Enviornmental Advisor (Mangere, Auckland)

    Scott • NZ
    We are seeking an experienced HSQE Advisor to join our team in Māngere, Auckland on a full-time basis.In this role, you will strengthen a culture of safety, quality, wellbeing, and environmental re...Show more
    Last updated: 29 days ago
    Occupational Therapist

    Occupational Therapist

    Frontline Health Wellington • NZ
    Full / P / T options Clinic or Community roles.Generous Salary, & benefits.Best brands in NZ to be associated with.Due to extended scope of practice, and the value that you add to a client's reha...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago
    Wellington Management Opportunities

    Wellington Management Opportunities

    Platypus • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    But we reckon life goes beyond shoes.We believe it’s what you do in them that truly counts.Stand tall and be a champion in a crowd of Naysayers. We’re for the ones that dance harder, sing louder and...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Retail Sales Assistant - Lower Hutt

    Retail Sales Assistant - Lower Hutt

    Jaycar Electronics • Lower Hutt, Wellington, NZ
    You are an innovative and tech passionate person looking for the opportunity to work in your area of interest.You will have previous retail experience from which you can demonstrate your customer f...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago