Care Assistant - South Lanarkshire

Keane Premier Healthcare are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the world by providing the best care possible. If this sounds like you, then we have exciting opportunities available across our 5 care homes in South Lanarkshire. Main Responsibilities; • Act as a key worker for a number of Residents. Ensuring that you greet any service users on admission to the home and assist them to settle in. • Work with Residents in the provision of personal care including washing, bathing, dressing and toilet needs. • Respond promptly to Nurse Call System • Report any accidents or unexplained injuries immediately to the nurse in charge. • Support infection control e.g. cleaning up spills immediately. Clean as you go. • Be respectful towards Resident’s possessions and ensure that bedrooms and communal areas are tidy and presentable. • Ensure the appropriate segregation of waste material. • Report to the Nurse in Charge any verbal concerns or complaints raised by the Resident or visitors. • Respect the rights of the Residents, including privacy and dignity. • Assist Residents to eat and drink, monitoring intake and reporting any concerns to the Nurse in Charge. • Complete all food and fluid charts and any other daily monitoring records as requested. • Enable residents to join in organised activities and providing meaningful moments, with the assistance of all staff groups. • Report any concerns regarding possible abuse of service users immediately to the person in charge. • Respect the confidentiality of the Residents and the home life at all times, including when you are using social networking systems. • Undertake any other duties as and when required. What do we offer you in return for your motivation and outstanding client support? • National Living Wage • Excellent training opportunities • Company pension scheme • Extensive induction training • Promotion and progression opportunities • Flexible shift pattern (22 hours up to 40 hours/week contract)