Why Communication Skills Are Crucial for Healthcare Assistants

Healthcare assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in patient care, supporting both patients and medical teams. While technical knowledge is essential, strong communication skills for healthcare assistants are equally important. Effective communication builds trust, strengthens teamwork, ensures patient safety, and enhances overall satisfaction. 1. Building Trust with Patients Patients can feel anxious in medical environments. … Read more

Healthcare Assistant Jobs in Ireland

Healthcare assistants (HCAs) are one of the most essential ingredients in Ireland’s healthcare. They provide much-needed support to nurses, doctors, and other health professionals so that quality care is given to patients. The population in Ireland is aging fast and thus placing increased demands on healthcare services; hence, there is a dire need for committed … Read more

The Role of a Healthcare Assistant: A Day in the Life

Health care assistants, also referred to as nursing assistants or patient care assistants, are indispensable features in any health facility. They offer a variety of services to both the concerned medical personnel and the concerned patient. They play a significant role in trying to keep patients comfortable, cared for, and supported throughout their days either … Read more

Overseas Nurses Opportunities with Hollilander

  Hollilander has been recruiting Overseas Nurses from across the Globe for over 10 years and have successfully placed thousands of candidates to Irish Healthcare. We continue to expand and grow in terms of our client profile and strive to provide the best services for both employer and candidates. Each year we help hundreds of … Read more

World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2024

Hollilander is supporting World Head and Neck Cancer Day in Ireland 2024, taking place on the 27th of July 2024. It is the seventh most common cancer and leads to 325,000 deaths annually. It is predicted to go up by 30% annually according to a study by Nature. Men in their 50s and 60s are … Read more

World Hepatitis Day 2023

  In order to eradicate this silent killer, it is crucial that we raise awareness on World Hepatitis Day. We’ll explain what the sickness is and its various forms in this piece. Viral infections, consuming alcoholic beverages, and certain medicines are just a few of the factors that can cause hepatitis, an inflammation of the … Read more

UV Safety Month

  July is often associated with outdoor activities, beach days, and barbecues. However, increased time outdoors also means greater exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, the leading cause of skin cancer. With skin cancer rates rising sharply over the past decade, protecting your skin during the summer months is more important than ever. As part of … Read more

Men’s Health Week

Did you know that the Monday preceding Father’s Day is traditionally the start of International Men’s Health Week?   This year, MHW runs from Monday, June 12 through Sunday, June 18, which is Father’s Day. What is the aim of Men’s Health Week you might ask, Men’s Health Week strives to raise awareness of men’s avoidable … Read more

Agency vs Permanent Employment

Hollilander Recruitment offers both temporary (agency) and permanent nursing opportunities in Ireland. Whether you are an experienced nurse or just graduated, choosing between agency and staff nursing can be challenging. Understanding the differences helps you select the right career path to meet your professional and personal needs. What Is an Agency Nurse? An agency nurse … Read more

Are you considering joining an agency? Here is some top tips!

Flexible Work–Life Balance Agency work allows you to choose when and where you work. Enjoy greater control over your schedule while balancing personal and professional commitments. Wide-Ranging Experience Work across different hospitals, wards, and care settings. Each shift builds new skills, confidence, and professional knowledge. Complete Shift Flexibility Select shifts that suit your availability. Work … Read more