Whiteford House are looking to recruit experience Dayshift & Nightshift Support Workers for our new facility based in Ayr.
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Whiteford House is a 31-bedded home for clients aged 18-65 with continuing mental health conditions, acquired brain injuries, learning disabilities and long-term life-limiting conditions.
Both personal care and participation in activities are key tasks for the role, so energy and initiative is vital. Experience within a similar setting is also preferable. We work with a variety of clients with massively differing needs so you will have to be able to adapt to the work environment.
```Duties```
- Provide direct patient care, including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patients' conditions
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians or healthcare providers
- Monitor and document patients' vital signs and medical information
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans
- Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive measures
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
```Requirements```
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of [location]
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred, but not required
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Skills:
- Proficient in patient care procedures and techniques
- Experience in medication administration and dosage calculations
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements associated with the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From 21.63 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Referral programme
Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Night shift
Weekend availability
Experience: