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Healthcare Assistant

Lifewise NZAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand

14 days ago

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Position Description

Health Care Assistant

Everil Orr Living is a boutique retirement village and care centre in the heart of Mt Albery. Everil Orr Living is owned and operated by Airedale Property Trust (APT). Profits generated by APT go towards supporting the social and community works of its sister organisation, Lifewise. Together, the Three Trusts (MMN, APT and Lifewise) hold and manage directly a portfolio of social housing, retirement villages, retail and residential properties.

The purpose of the Health Care Assistant role is to deliver high quality care to residents based on their individual care plan, demonstrating a commitment to best practice and maintaining an optimal level of dignity, comfort and quality of life for residents.

Three Trust Values

Compassion - Arohanui
Courage - Maia
Respect - Whakaute
Integrity - Ngakau Pono

Who You Report To

Registered Nurse

Who Reports To Me

Key Working Relationships

Internal :

Registered Nurses

Clinical Manager

General Manager of Everil Orr Care

Housekeepers

Laundry Assistants

External :

Everil Orr Care residents

Residents Family / Whanau

Any relevant external healthcare services

Level of Delegation

As stated in The Three Trusts Policy on Delegated Authorities

What You’re Responsible For

Delivery of care : Assist and work under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse to meet the care needs of residents

Be familiar with the Care Plan of each resident and provide personal care to the resident according to the Care Plan

Participate in the handover at the beginning of each shift

Ensure that all equipment and supplies are being used correctly and economically according to Everil Orr’s procedures

Ensure that food and fluids are provided to the resident in a manner that promotes adequate nutrition

Report any changes in the resident’s condition to the Registered Nurse

Welcome new residents and help them settle in

Answer call bells promptly and act on resident requests for assistance

Only participate in medication administration after you have been deemed competent and this has been documented and authorised by a Registered Nurse

Work in a professional and ethical manner at all times

Promote a safe, hygienic, presentable, comfortable and harmonious environment

Record Keeping

Write progress notes for each resident at the end of each shift

Accurately document resident information on relevant software

Effective Communication

Communicate with all residents, family, whānau, visitors and members of the external health team in a friendly and courteous manner

Give adequate explanation and reassurance to residents before and during all nursing procedures

Work with colleagues cooperatively, sharing information and knowledge appropriately and contributing to a strong team culture

Relay information promptly and accurately

Advise the Registered Nurse or Care Manager of adverse issues as they arise

Pay attention to the resident’s cultural needs and act in a culturally safe and sensitive way at all times

Attend and provide input into staff and other meetings when required

Confidentiality

Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained from working at Everil Orr

Maintain confidentiality of other staff member’s personal information

Adhere to Everil Orr’s social media policy

Training and Professional Development

Show commitment to personal development and competency

Attend education sessions, maintain mandatory training requirements and keep a record of professional development attended

Participate in an annual performance appraisal and use the opportunity to set and attain goals

Complete HCA core competencies relevant to work area

Health and Safety

Ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with The Three Trusts’ Health and Safety policies and procedures

Report and document any resident or staff accidents, injuries or near misses to the Registered Nurse or their Manager immediately

Attend moving and handling training and use techniques that are safe for residents and self

Take necessary precautions to prevent injury or accidents occurring, reporting any hazards / concerns regarding safety to the Registered Nurse

Work within organisational Infection Control and Restraint policies and procedures

Participate in maintaining a safe environment including reporting any faulty or damaged equipment

Participation in Quality Assurance

Contribute positively to quality assurance programmes and results

Demonstrate a commitment to a culture of continuous quality improvement

Compliance with Administrative policies

Observe The Three Trusts’ Code of Conduct

Adhere to The Three Trust’s policies and procedures

Promote a high standard of personal hygiene and professional presentation

Follow correct procedures when applying for annual leave or taking sick leave

Ensure a professional appearance, including complying with the Everil Orr dress code

Understand the position of Māori as the tangata whenua. Commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and an openness to understanding the application of the articles of Te Tiriti in the context of The Lifewise Trust.

Promotes a culture where health and safety is seen as integral to success through planning, delivery, monitoring and review of health and safety processes.

What Skills & Experience You Need

Experience of working in a similar role

Strong time management and organisational skills

Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide variety of tasks

Relates easily to a wide diversity of people, including other staff, residents and their families and friends

Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team

Ability to be engaged in physical activity for an extended period of time, including standing, bending and lifting with the use of appropriate equipment

Qualification in a related field is desirable

A current first aid certificate

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