Life Plus NZ Looking for Healthcare Assistants x 40 at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Life Plus is a leading Healthcare services provider, delivering services throughout New Zealand. To be the best we hire the best, and so we are looking to recruit superstar Healthcare Assistants for work throughout Auckland, with 40 positions available currently.

Responsibilities

You will assist in the care and treatment of patients in the rest home/ hospital or dementia unit as required, under the direction of the Registered Nurses.

You should have the ability to work under pressure and be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and all staff. You will be adaptable and work flexibly as part of a team.

Tasks Involved Include

• To assist the registered nurses in their duties and accept specific areas of responsibility as designated by the registered nurse on duty, according to service requirements.
• To assist in the daily living activities of the residents/clients/patients
• Assist in personal care – showering, toileting, feeding, dressing, bed-making
• To treat each individual with respect and dignity at all times
• Maintain professional confidentiality
• Provide companionship and a positive environment
• Maintain a clean working and living environment for the residents/ clients/ patients
• Assist the Registered Nurse on duty and perform tasks as requested
• Maintain all relevant documentation
• Promote and adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility
• Act in accordance with Health & Safety Policy, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Act in accordance with the Hospital Infection Control Policy.
• To report any incidents immediately.
• To assist with bereaved relatives as required.
• Escort patients to other departments and give appropriate handover

About You

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a Rest Home or Hospital
• Level 4 NZQA or Equivalent in Healthcare
• Be able to use a Hoist and Sliding Sheet
• Self-motivated, reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to foster relationships
• Caring and sensitive to the needs of others
• Culturally aware
• An active team player but also able to work on their own initiative

In Return

• Competitive salary Min $28.25 plus Penal Rates
• Friendly and supportive team
• Flexibility and variety in your role
• Ongoing training and professional development

Take the next step in your Care Career now!!!!