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NMC Healthcare

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management
  • Abu Dhabi

AI generated summary

  • You need a diploma in nursing, one year of healthcare experience, and familiarity with nanny or homecare roles. Proficiency in English is essential.
  • You will assist patients with personal care, housekeeping, and meals, support nursing staff, maintain a clean environment, participate in activities, and attend training sessions while ensuring confidentiality.

Requirements

  • - Diploma in Nursing
  • - One year working Experience in a healthcare environment
  • - Nanny or homecare support role
  • - English

Responsibilities

  • Supports patients and their families by providing housekeeping and laundry services; preparing food, running errands.
  • Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assists staff nurses in manual handling of residents and with bathing.
  • Under the supervision and guidance of nurses and therapists plays with children where appropriate.
  • Maintains a safe, secure and healthy patient environment by ensuring room is clean and tidy.
  • Supports the nursing staff by running errands where appropriate.
  • Responsible for ensuring rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies.
  • Assists patients and nurses on external trips.
  • Participates in resident’s social activities.
  • Communicates with a range of people on a range of matters.
  • Communicates appropriately and clearly to coworkers and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Communicates the mission, vision and values of the facility.
  • Develops own skills and knowledge.
  • Recognizes the necessity to continuously develop skills and acquire additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
  • Attends training sessions offered by NMC ProVita.
  • Dresses appropriately to the expectations of the specific work areas and Occupational Health and Safety Policy.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all information in accordance with NMC ProVita policy.
  • Participates as a valued team member, promoting and contributing to a supportive team environment.
  • Attends meetings as requested.
  • Maintains quality in own work.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Health Caregiver in long-term care?

The main responsibilities include providing personal services to patients, assisting with housekeeping and laundry, preparing food, maintaining a safe and clean environment, running errands for nursing staff, and participating in residents' social activities.

Is previous experience required for this position?

Yes, one year of working experience in a healthcare environment is required, along with a diploma in nursing or experience in a nanny or homecare support role.

What kind of training is provided for this role?

Training sessions are offered by NMC ProVita to help develop skills and knowledge necessary for the position.

How important is communication in this role?

Communication is essential, as caregivers must effectively communicate with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team about various matters.

What should I do to maintain confidentiality in this role?

It's important to maintain confidentiality of all information in accordance with NMC ProVita policy, ensuring that patient and facility information is kept private.

Are there team collaboration expectations in this role?

Yes, as a valued team member, the Health Caregiver is expected to promote and contribute to a supportive team environment and attend meetings as requested.

What skills can I develop in this position?

You can develop personal care skills, communication skills, teamwork abilities, and knowledge related to patient care and housekeeping standards.

How does this role contribute to patient care?

The Health Caregiver supports overall patient care by assisting with daily living activities, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and providing companionship and support during social activities.

What is the expected dress code for this position?

Caregivers are expected to dress appropriately according to the specific work areas and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Policy.

Is bilingual proficiency necessary for this role?

While it is not explicitly required, proficiency in English is necessary, and additional language skills may be beneficial for communication with patients and families.

NMC Healthcare

Delivering personalised care that matters.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1974
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates, and the third largest in Oman. Since 1975, we have provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to our patients and are proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world. ---------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: Fraudulent Job Offers ---------------------------------------- It has come to our attention that fake job offers have been circulated under the name of NMC Healthcare by certain individuals/entities claiming that they are representatives or subsidiaries or under contract with NMC Healthcare. If you receive any unauthorised, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please send an email to verification@nmc.ae for formal verification. If you believe you have been a victim of a recruitment fraud, you are encouraged to approach the law enforcement agencies immediately.