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Restorative Aide
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A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$45,252 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant certification Evidence of job stability. Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility. Ability to take supervision. Possess good health. Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Currently enrolled in a Restorative Aide class or have a Restorative Aide Certificate. Restorative AideGENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL Perform the following as per physician's order: o Range of motion exercises (passive and active). o Whirlpool. o Ambulation (not gait training). o Transfer techniques. o Positioning and bed mobility. o Activities of daily living (dressing and grooming). o Self-feeding and feeding program. o Assist with the use of adaptive devices. o Handroll and splint application. Report observations of needs of total resident population as they arise. Use nursing terminology in documentation. Document on RNA sheet on a daily basis what was done and how resident responded. Summarize this on weekly progress notes. Report changes in condition to Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing Services and Physical Therapist. Participates in resident Plan of Care conference. Follow Physician's orders as written. Attends in-service classes and meetings as required. Other related duties as may become necessary and appropriate or as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, or Director of Nursing Services. Job Descriptions ManualCONSUMER SERVICE
Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech. Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns. Ensures that all consumer/resident rights are protected.Benefits
- Dental Insurance