Rehabilitation Aide Position Overview Assists in providing quality rehabilitation care to residents under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist as outlined in the plan of care for occupational, physical or speech therapy; may provide routine daily nursing care to assigned residents in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Basic Qualifications Education & Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent; successfully completed a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, possess a current certification in good standing or be able to obtain certification within four months of employment, if allowable by the state; must have CPR certification.

Skills & Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language, communicate resident condition to others and make independent decisions as needed; must have common working knowledge of all rules, laws and regulations as defined by the state as it relates to rehabilitation programs and skilled nursing services; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday, answer resident call bells, assist with toileting, feeding and personal grooming of the residents; must be able to handle sensitive situations related to the emotional well-being of the residents with patience, dignity and respect; must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 10 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.

Experience:

One year of experience in a rehab setting or in health care is preferred; minimum of six months experience in a long-term care or other geriatric care environment. Working Conditions Primarily works within the rehabilitation and nursing department and throughout the facility; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts with possible weekends, holidays and other hours based on resident needs; primary responsibility is service to the residents but also deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Competencies of Position Professionalism:

Reports to work on time and as scheduled; works in unison with all staff; displays a willingness to help others; embraces constructive criticism; presents a friendly and professional attitude; keeps open communication with direct supervisors to ensure quality care of the residents; promotes teamwork, takes part in problem solving and displays a positive, caring attitude; consistently attends staff meetings, required in-services and other committees as assigned by the facility.

Resident Rights:

Promptly reports resident issues to the rehabilitation or nursing supervisors; treats all resident care information with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at all times; conducts rehabilitation care in privacy, including knocking on the door prior to entering a resident's room; honors resident refusal of treatments and reports to rehabilitation or nursing supervisors.

Safety Awareness:

Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; monitors resident rooms to ensure it is clean and neat at all times; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols.

Organizational and Communication Skills:

Handles multiple residents simultaneously; completes assignments in an organized fashion by the end of scheduled shifts; operates with flexibility and shows attention to detail when recording information in resident charts; possesses effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills and is an attentive listener.

Customer Service:

Treats all residents, families, co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professional represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held. Essential Job Duties 1. Follows the resident care plan and assists in providing rehabilitation care services as directed by the supervising therapist. 2. Conducts individual and group therapy sessions with residents. 3. Assists residents in preparing for rehab services and transports residents from room to therapy gym. 4. Cleans, maintains, stores and inventories rehab equipment in accordance with facility guidelines. 5. Maintains a positive working relationship with residents and families. 6. Completes required facility forms and documents to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. 7. Provides quality nursing care to residents. 8. Answers resident call bells promptly and courteously. 9. Assists in providing cleanliness of water pitchers and provides refills of fresh water as needed. 10. Places water containers within reach of residents at all times to promote satisfactory hydration. 11. Provides assistance with lifting, turning, moving, transporting or transferring residents. 12. Monitors incontinent residents to ensure bed linens and clothing are clean and dry. 13. Reduces the risk of bedsores by promptly reporting observations of skin breakdown and pressure areas. 14. Communicates changes and ensures plan of care if being followed through effectively recording changes in charts. Other Job Duties 1. Adheres to facility admission, discharge and transfer policies and prepares resident rooms for arrival. 2. Labels, organizes and stores resident's personal belongings, clothing, etc. 3. Provides administrative support to the entire therapy team. 4. Assists with scheduling appointments, taking calls, reordering supplies and completing insurance forms. 5. Provides support and assistance for dying residents and post-mortem care. 6. Promotes interdepartmental teamwork to meet resident needs. 7. Monitors dressings, bandages, etc. and changes as directed. 8. Promotes an environment of positive public relations by displaying a calm, caring, warm and friendly atmosphere in department and on each shift.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person