Healthcare Assistant - €15.38 per hour
- Salary
- From €15.38 / hour
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Private
- Closes
- 2 Nov 2026
About the Role
With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.
We are now looking for Part-Time/ Full-Time Healthcare Assistants, for our Dungarvan Nursing home.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to our residents.
- Ensuring residents hygiene/personal care needs are maintained to the highest standards while maintaining the resident’s dignity at all time.
- Assisting residents with eating and drinking in line with their nutrition needs.
- Assisting residents with mobilising as appropriate and using correct aids.
- Escorting or/and transfer residents as directed by the Nursing staff.
- Assisting in End of Life Care.
- Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management.
Requirements
- QQI/FETAC qualification OR relative experience in a similar environment.
- Practical experience in a caring capacity desired.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Professional, caring and empathetic nature.
- Be comfortable working in a sometimes, challenging environment.
- Have a good level of English language skills.
- Availability to work varied shift patterns days, nights & weekends, across Monday to Sunday.
Details
Location: Dungarvan, Waterford
Sector: private sector
Salary: €15.38 per hour
Closing date: 2 Nov 2026
Frequently asked
- What are the main duties of a Healthcare Assistant at CareChoice?
- Supporting the nursing staff in providing high-quality holistic care to residents, ensuring residents' hygiene/personal care needs are maintained, assisting residents with eating and drinking, assisting residents with mobilising, escorting or transferring residents, and assisting in End of Life Care.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A QQI/FETAC qualification or relative experience in a similar environment. Practical experience in a caring capacity is desired.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- Availability to work varied shift patterns, including days, nights, and weekends, across Monday to Sunday.
- What benefits does CareChoice offer?
- Free Garda Vetting, free parking, 1 free uniform per year, competitive rate of pay, subsidised meals, paid quality training, continuous professional development, opportunities for promotion, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Where is this role located?
- Dungarvan, Waterford