Description

Casual healthcare shifts providing care and support to residents in Nelson/Tasman aged care and healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, toileting, meal-times etc)
• Assist with mobility, transfers and safely operating hoists
• Providing meaningful companionship, engaging in activities, and offering emotional support
• Dispose of waste in designated bins
• Observing and accurately reporting any changes in physical or mental health to the nursing team

Requirements

• Previous experience as caregiver, healthcare assistant or nurse is a must
• A high degree of empathy, patience, and outstanding communication skills
• A caring and compassionate nature
• Physically fit to handle manual handling
• Reliable and a positive attitude

Benefits

• 8% Holiday Pay
• Flexible healthcare shifts