Healthcare Assistant
- Salary (indicative scale)
- €36,651–€45,939 / year
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Private
- Closes
- 3 Aug 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.
Indicative salary: €36,651–€45,939 per year. This is the indicative HSE pay scale for this grade, not an employer-quoted figure.
Frequently asked
- What qualifications do I need to apply for this Healthcare Assistant role?
- You need a QQI/FETAC qualification or relative experience in a similar environment. Practical experience in a caring capacity is desired.
- What are the duties of a Healthcare Assistant at CareChoice?
- Duties include supporting nursing staff, maintaining residents' hygiene and personal care, assisting with eating and drinking, mobilising residents, escorting or transferring residents, assisting in end-of-life care, and any other duties deemed necessary by the nurse and management.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- You must be available to work varied shift patterns, including days, nights, and weekends, across Monday to Sunday.
- What benefits does CareChoice offer to Healthcare Assistants?
- CareChoice offers free Garda vetting, free parking, one free uniform per year, a competitive rate of pay, subsidised meals, paid quality training, continuous professional development, opportunities for promotion, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a rewarding working environment with support from supervisors and managers.