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Ref no:
384838
Published:
19/06/2024
Closes:
04/07/2024
Location:
Callander, FK17
Rate:
£161 - £168 per day
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
30 hours per week

- Exciting opportunity to work as part of a complex care team.

- POST BASED IN CALLANDER

- X3 NIGHTSHIFTS PER WEEK (10 HOUR SHIFT)

- EXPERIENCE WITH NON INVASIVE VENTILATION AND COMPLEX CARE SKILLS PREFERRED

- No set days but alternate weekends off.

- MUST BE A DRIVER AND HAVE ACCESS TO YOUR OWN CAR FOR WORK

- Provide compassionate and personalised care to clients with complex care needs.

- Provide support with NIV, suction and cough assist alongside activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

- Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals via PEG

- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques and assistive devices

- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients

- Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary

- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning and laundry

- Escort clients to medical appointments or social outings

- Previous experience of NIV (CPAP/BiPAP), cough assist, suction and chest physio preferred but not required.

- Knowledge and experience of medication administration including via PEG

- Previous professional experience of working in homecare

- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and their families

- Compassionate and patient demeanor

- Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately

- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules or client needs

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The caregiver may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £161.00-£168.00 per day