Therapeutic Restorative Aide (12p-8p)

Job Details: Level: Entry, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $18.99 - $21.10, GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The employee in this classification, under the supervision of an assigned supervisor, performs nursing rehabilitation/restorative care to promote the residents’ ability to adapt and adjust to living as independently and safely as possible; provides skill practice in activities such as, but not limited to, range of motion, splint/brace assistance, walking and mobility, dressing and grooming, toileting, eating and swallowing, amputation care and communication to improve or maintain function in physical abilities and ADLs and prevent further impairment; performs related duties as assigned.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position; dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The statements contained in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position; but are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties to be performed. Performs restorative nursing services in accordance with care plans and facility policies and procedures.

Providing guidance and assistance in activities related to range of motion, splint/brace assistance, bed mobility, transfers/walking, dressing/grooming, eating/swallowing, toileting, amputation/ prosthesis care, and communication; to include small group activities. Provides guidance and assistance in activities used to improve or maintain the resident’s self- performance including repetition, physical or verbal cueing, and task segmentation during activities to improve or maintain functional abilities.

Assists with tracking the condition of splints/braces of residents who require them. Reports lost or broken splints/braces to nurse and supervisor. Completes flow sheets daily to indicate that the specified restorative nursing task was done. Documents the progress of each resident as directed by supervisor. Reports changes in a resident’s condition to the resident’s nurse and supervisor and write narrative notes regarding reported changes.

Keeps nurse and supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. resident refusal, reassigned to nursing unit). Networks with the skilled therapies, nursing, and with CENA’s for integration with the total nursing program. Perform other relevant duties as assigned. Attends care-plan meetings of assigned residents as able.

Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee. Accepts certified nursing assistant assignments as staffing needs require. Performs certified nursing assistant duties as assigned, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.

Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Knowledgeable of restorative nursing practices, and ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to meet resident needs. Positive interpersonal relationship skills, strong listening skills, effective time management skills to complete assignments, and ability to deal with conflict with professionalism and courtesy.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Possession of a high school diploma or certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test. Successful completion of an approved Nurse Aide Training Program. Must have no disciplinary action in effect against certification. A minimum of one (1) year of experience within a skilled nursing facility.

Successful completion of the 90 day probationary period for the position of Restorative Nurse Aide. Desire to help the disabled and encourage them toward independence in their self-care. Vocalization and visual validation of restorative nursing knowledge/skills The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience which could provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job may be considered.

Martha T. Berry employees who are applying must meet the following 3 criteria:

1. No more than 5 absences in the last 6 months.
2. No more than 1 written discipline in the last 12 months.
3. Applications must pass any required job specific testing.