Restorative Nurse Aide

Restorative Nurse Aide/Rehab Tech

The Restorative Nurse Aide/Rehab Tech is responsible for assisting in the development, and implementation of the restorative nursing program for the facility. The restorative nursing staff are the liaisons between formalized therapy and nursing. The restorative aide will be responsible for providing direct care while utilizing techniques within the established program that aim to maintain or improve patients' eating/swallowing, self-care, and mobility independence.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists the Restorative Nurse and participates in the development, organization and implementation of restorative nursing programs for patients.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to have difficult conversations while maintaining compassion
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept
• Must be self-motivated and have excellent follow-through
• Have the ability to multi task and keep a calm demeanor even in chaotic situations
• Be a champion of positivity and high morale
• Ability to read and write English

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, Colorado unrestricted CNA license
• CPR/BLS

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Employee is required to hear, speak, sit, stand, push, pull, squat, bend, stoop and walk daily. The position is located in healthcare facility environment.
• Employee may lift up to 40 pounds and transfer 100 plus pounds.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position