Vitruvian Health

CNA - Restorative Weekdays Full Time at Regency Park Health & Rehabiliation

Vitruvian Health

Dalton, GAFull timePosted Aug 4, 2026

Job description

Who We Are At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member. Our Legacy Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care.

With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day. Our Values Our core values— Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE) —guide every interaction and decision.

We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission. Your Career With Us Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact. Excellence. Every person. Every time. SUMMARY Performs restorative nursing procedures that maximize the patients existing abilities, emphasizes independence, and minimizes the negative effects of disability with an attitude of realistic optimism under the supervision of a restorative nurse.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Non-exempt status. May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports to Restorative Supervisor/Nurse Supervisor EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred.

CNA Diploma from an accredited CNA Program required and as evidenced by primary source of verification. OTHER TRAINING, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Should be a Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of this state. American Heart Association BLS preferred, but not required. ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS May be required to assist with feeding of patients May be required to weigh patients Conducts passive range of motion (PROM), for upper and lower extremities Conducts active range of motion (AROM), for upper and lower extremities Provides assistance with ambulation Provides assistance in patient transfers (chair to chair, chair to bed etc.)

Provides assistance in dressing for upper and lower extremities. Provides assistance in grooming and hygiene techniques. Utilizes feeding devices (special plates, spoons etc.) Conveys use of positioning devices. Assists with swallowing problems. Uses facial exercises. Applies splints appropriately. Interviews patient to schedule therapy.

Provides rehabilitative and therapeutic activities and exercises based on medical and social history of patients, as instructed. Briefs patients of procedures involved in restorative care and prepare necessary equipment. Assists in transporting patient to and from therapy room/area. Follows the procedures involved in treatment process.

Performs restorative care treatments in patients’ room as necessary. Reassures patient before and during therapy treatment. Prepares patient for treatment by dress/position and administers restorative care in accordance with established procedural guidelines. Encourages patients to perform or participate in ADL functions.

Instructs and supervises patient during therapy. Assists patients in ambulatory training as necessary. Provides documentation of treatment provided. ESSENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS Participates in Nursing Center surveys (Licensure/JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs to keep abreast on changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required.

Attends and participates in mandatory in-services. Honor patients’ rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints. Complies with Corporate Compliance Program. Reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.

Follows established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment. Follows established safety procedures regulations, to include fire protective/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc. Performs other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor. Complies with all Privacy & Security Programs.

ESSENTIAL GENERAL FUNCTIONS Attendance Punctuality Professional Appearance Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family/visitors/patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS Primary Physical Requirements: Lift up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally required to lift medical charts, supplies, and patients' personal items, e.g., clothing and food items. Lift 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally may be required when lifting soiled bed linens. Lift 26 to 40 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when assisting an ambulatory patient in bathing or dressing.

Lift over 40 lbs.: Frequently required when transferring a non-ambulatory patient weighing between 100 and 160 pounds. Two aides are typically utilized when patient is unusually heavy or combative. Carry up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally required to lift medical charts, supplies, and patients' personal items, e.g., clothing and food items.

Carry 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally may be required when lifting soiled bed linens and carrying to the utility area. Carry 26 to 40 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when assisting an ambulatory patient in bathing or dressing. Carry over 40 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when transferring a non-ambulatory patient weighing between 100 and 160 pounds.

Two aides are typically utilized when patient is unusually heavy or combative. Reach above shoulder height: 4 feet. Reach at shoulder height: Frequently may occur when assisting patients in eating, when changing bed linens, and when taking vital signs. Reach below shoulder height: Occasionally occurs while assisting patients with peri-care and bathing.

Push/Pull: 20 feet. Hand Manipulation: Grasping: Frequently grasping while transferring patient. Fingering: Occasionally occurs while documenting patients’ medical charts. Handling: Constantly handling patients' personal items, blood pressure gauge, thermometer, and eating utensils. Torqueing: Not required. Controls & Equipment: Blood pressure gauge, thermometer, etc.

Other Physical Considerations: Twisting: Occasionally may occur while transferring patient. Bending: Occasionally occurs while taking vital signs, assisting patient in bathing, providing peri-care, etc. Squatting: Occasionally may occur while bathing patient; also required when putting on shoes and socks of patients, and also when making eye-to-eye contact while talking if patient is in a wheelchair.

Kneeling: Occasionally may occur while bathing patient. Crouching: Required when putting on shoes and socks of patients, and also when making eye-to-eye contact while talking if patient is in a wheelchair. Climbing: Not required. Balancing: Not required. During an 8-hour day, Associate is required to: Consecutive Hours Total Hours Sit 1 1 Stand 3 3 Walk 3 4 Work Surface: Varies from carpeting, linoleum, and tile.

When seated, typically an office-type chair. Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: Talking: Necessary for communicating with others. Hearing: Constantly required when communicating with patients, visitors, and staff. Sight: Necessary for doing job correctly and effectively. Tasting & Smelling: Not required. EQUIPMENT USED Blood pressure gauge, thermometer, etc.

SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, associates and visitors. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS In this position, the associate is required to be on his or her feet continually throughout the day.

In a full-time nonrestrictive basis, the associate must be able to lift at least 40 pounds of weight, which is required when transferring a patient from a bed to a wheelchair. A transfer belt is necessary and required when transferring any patient. This is for the safety of not only the patient, but also the aide. Other nurses are available to assist with heavier patients as needed.

Drug-Free Workplace Full-Time and Part-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • ICHRA for health insurance
  • Paid Annual Leave (Time Off)
  • Vision insurance Additional Full-Time Benefits:
  • Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability