How is medication recorded by a home carer?

Since many older adults take one or more medications daily, it can be easy for a mix-up to happen. When it comes to older adults, medication management is especially important for improving their quality of life and preventing unpleasant side effects or overmedication.

A MAR chart is a tool that carers use to record the administration of medicine. By keeping accurate and up-to-date medication records, a MAR chart will help keep your loved ones safe.

How to get a job as a carer

Are you interested in starting a new career as a home carer? As the ageing population in the UK continues to grow, demand for new carers is only expected to rise. There is no better time to consider a rewarding career in the care sector!

From where to apply for carer jobs to guidance on the application process, here is everything you need to know on how to get a job as a carer in the UK.

Becoming a carer with no experience

A career as a professional carer offers many practical benefits but it can be difficult to get your foot in the door without any prior experience. Here we guide becoming a carer with no experience and explore some qualifications that may benefit you as you start your career.

What to expect when working in a care home

The UK will experience a massive demand for care workers as its population ages and care homes will continue to be fundamental in meeting vulnerable adults’ care needs. To help you understand if a career in a care home is right for you, we’ve created this short guide on what to expect when working in a care home.

What to expect as a new carer

If you’re considering a new career as a carer, we’re sure that you have lots of questions! Becoming a care worker is a rewarding and fulfilling career but like any occupation, it has its challenges. 

You may be wondering what to expect in the day-to-day role of a carer. For those looking for guidance and advice, we’ve laid out our experiences here so that you know exactly what to expect as a new carer.

Care worker career progression

The home care industry is rapidly growing and demand for qualified carers is only expected to rise. Working in social care offers various opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, regardless of your starting role or current position.

Here we explore ways to advance your career in social care and discover the different senior job roles available. We also provide useful information on the necessary qualifications and training required to reach your desired position.

How to become a care worker

If you’re looking for an exciting and rewarding career where no two days on the job are the same, then care work might be your calling. Few careers offer such a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of people that require a helping hand to live independently. 

There are many routes that you can explore if you’re looking to start a career as a care worker. Here we discuss everything you need to know about becoming a professional care worker in the UK, including the skills you’ll need and what duties you can expect.

Face to face interview tips

Are you currently looking for a job in the care sector where you would like to find out more about what kind of questions will be asked? Face to face interviews can be daunting, so we have compiled a list of tips and question types to prep you for your upcoming interview:

Interview process and staff testimonials

At Prestige Nursing & Care, there are so many different roles to get involved in. Whether you’re just starting your career or are fully trained with plenty of experience, if you’re passionate about caring for others, we’d love to hear from you.

From our operations team to our field care supervisors to our care assistants, every role is important in ensuring that we make life better for our wonderful clients.

What is a home carer?

If you’ve ever felt that you could benefit from an extra helping hand at home, a home carer can provide you with the support you need to live life on your terms. A home carer provides professional care at home to support individuals or couples in living comfortably and independently. 

At Prestige Nursing & Care, we provide high-quality and expert home care services for every stage of life. The care provided by our home care experts is highly personalised and flexible enough to evolve with the changing needs of those we care for.