Healthcare Assistants at Eagle Recruitment

Patient/Resident Care

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.

• Support patient/resident mobility, including safe transfers, ambulation with and without aids, and repositioning to prevent pressure sores. 

• Assist with medication administration as delegated by a registered nurse and in accordance with facility policies and the HCA scope of practice.

• Help patients with basic exercises and participate in recreational activities to promote well-being and social interaction.

Clinical Support & Monitoring

• Observe and accurately document changes in a patient's physical condition, behaviour, or emotional state. 

• Record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, as required. 

• Report any changes or concerns immediately to the supervising Registered Nurse or relevant clinical staff. 

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of care provided in patient records, electronic or paper-based. 

Teamwork & Communication

• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, including nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists. 

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, their families, and colleagues. 

• Actively participate in handovers and staff meetings to ensure continuity of care. 

• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and health and safety protocols. 

Cultural Competence

• Provide culturally safe care that respects the unique needs and beliefs of Māori, Pasifika, and all diverse cultural groups in New Zealand.

• Demonstrate an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies to healthcare in New Zealand.