10 Full time, Medical / Dental / Health Care jobs in Barnstaple, Devon

As a Care Practitioner, you will support the Senior Care Practitioner and Nurse in Charge in delivering the highest standards of person-centred care preserving the dignity, respect and wellbeing of our residents at all times. You will support and enable residents to maintain their skills and personal interests implementing the Household Model of Care at all times whilst maintaining your skills and undertaking such training and development as required.,

• Ensure that residents are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences are taken into consideration to enhance their wellbeing
• To understand personal care planning and taking responsibility for all aspects of care where required
• To contribute to the efficient running of the home at all times
• To understand the Household Model of Care and ensure you are championing this at all times
• To support residents to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community
• To ensure the highest standard of individualised person-centred care and attention is given to all residents in the home whilst treating them with dignity, privacy and respect at all times
• To support and assist residents with their personal care such as washing and dressing
• To administer daily medicines in line with their GP instructions and liaising with the Nurse in Charge and/or Senior Care Practitioner once this has been completed
• To undertake minor medical duties such as oral hygiene, application of Topical Creams, skin integrity checks, catheter care and end-of-life
• To ensure along with the wider team that all the residents' needs are being met for example their medical, physical, social and emotional needs
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the residents we are supporting.
Working with Others:
• To develop effective working relationships with other employees and support and develop new and less experienced members of the team
• To attend daily clinical meetings arranged by the nurse in charge
• To attend and participate in team meetings
• To be responsible and prompt with informing the Nurse in Charge or Senior Care Practitioner of any changes in the needs of the residents
• To maintain and develop relationships with the residents, their families, friends and other visitors to the home
• To be responsible for the health and safety of yourself as well as others in the home under the Health and Safety regulations whilst promptly reporting any hazards or potential hazards to the relevant person
Leading by Example:
• To seek opportunities for professional and personal growth and development
• Be a role model for other members of the team and be an ambassador for the service
• Be professional, polite and reasonable at all times
• To provide a warm welcome to all new residents, team members and all visitors and to familiarise them with the home
Personal and Professional Development:
• Attend statutory training and any other training as directed whilst being open to learning opportunities
• Have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects those living with the disease
• Have a basic knowledge of CQC and the fundamental standards
• To adhere to all of Millennium Care UK Ltd.'s Policies and Procedures
  
  We're on the lookout for a warm and outgoing Care Practitioner to join the team at our new 52-bed home, Langtree, nestled within the Standish Care Village., Experience working in a health and social care setting is preferred, however, this is not essential.
  
  Millennium Care is a multi-award-winning, family-owned, B Corp accredited care organisation with a difference. Recently named 'Care Employer of the Year', we provide expert care across several homes, set in picturesque surroundings across Lancashire and Greater Manchester.
At Millennium we are focused on providing individual, person-centred care, whilst keeping enjoyment alive in all our homes and bringing a fresh and innovative approach to care. Diversity & Inclusion: Millennium Care is dedicated to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is essential for fostering creativity, innovation, and success. Millennium Care is committed to providing equal opportunities, and creating an inclusive culture while promoting equitable practices.


• £13 per hour
• Complimentary meals, drinks and snacks throughout your shift
• Competitive salary
• A bespoke induction
• Ongoing training and development
• EAP + Benefits
• Partnership with My Staff Shop www.mystaffshop.com
• Employee of the month
• Employee of the year
• Paid DBS
• Pension scheme
• Full uniform and onsite parking provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave based on a full-time contract