Senior Carer

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

· Complete, observe & review care planning needs for Residents, and complete written records as instructed and in line with the policies and procedures.

· Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.

· Report on well-being of Residents and liaise with GPs, District Nurses or other health care professional s as required to meet our Residents individual needs.

· Carry out regular checks on Residents at intervals determined by their individual care needs.

· Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as and when required.

· Dispense medication, and ensure correct recording of all relevant information relating to medication (after satisfactory completion of the Safe Handling of Medicines course) and competency assessment. Follow The Old Library’s policy and procedure on The safe Handling, receipt, storage and administration of medication

· Ensure all holistic assessments are carried out when Residents are admitted to the Old Library e.g. covering nutritional and incontinence issues, risk assessment etc.

· Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Old Library.

· Ensure that all information of confidential nature gained in the course of duty is maintained under the Data Protection.

· Ensure the security of the Old Library Residential Home is maintained at all times.

· Adhere to all ppe and infection control policies.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent

Pay: Up to £31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking

Shift:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person