Restorative Nurse Aide / CNA

Job Description

Job Description

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking to hire a self-motivated, efficient, responsible Restorative Nurse Aide looking to grow and be part of a caring team. This is a direct hire: Full Time or Part Time positions and various shifts available to fit your schedule. If you have a passion for healthcare, this is the right opportunity for you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees, directs and participates in restorative programs initiated for individual patients;
• Communicates with the Nursing and Rehabilitation Departments concerning goal setting and approaches to individual patient needs;
• Participates in care planning process;
• Provides safe restorative care;
• Responsible for facilitating the transition of patients from skilled rehab services to the restorative programs;
• Maintains accurate restorative nursing progress/documentation records on all patients participating in any restorative program
• Trains other direct care staff in restorative techniques and assists in providing that care;
• Instructs and assists other direct care staff with the application of splints, braces, prosthetic appliances, and self-help devices to assure proper application and usage;
• Notifies Nursing and/or Rehab of patients who may be experiencing a change in their level of functioning;
• Maintains proficiency in using wheelchairs, walkers, canes, lifts, scales and other equipment used in the restorative programs, and is able to instruct others in their use;
• Assists in communicating with patients and families concerning patient progress;