About the role
Nursing assistants in home care, elderly care, and rehabilitation are important support functions in healthcare and social care. They often have a secondary education in healthcare and social care or equivalent competence. Their work is central to providing support and care to the elderly and people with disabilities.Responsibilities
Nursing assistants perform daily care tasks such as personal hygiene, meal assistance, and medication management. They observe and report health status and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. Creating a safe and pleasant environment for the clients is an important part of their responsibility.Skills and tools
Nursing assistants must have good knowledge of care and the ability to handle medical-technical aids. They need good communication skills and empathy in their interactions with clients. Knowledge in documentation and basic IT skills are also important in the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are äldreomsorg, omvårdnad and hemtjänst.