Restorative Aide - CNA (24383)

Cantex Continuing Care Network•Flower Mound, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Restorative Aide position assists in providing restorative and/or rehabilitative care to patients, as well as assisting with regular patient care as directed. This role is crucial in promoting and supporting the greatest possible degree of independence for patients. The aide will also contribute to patient care plans, maintain a safe and clean environment, and ensure equipment is functional. This position is located at Skilled Nursing at Hollymead in Flower Mound, TX.

Requirements

State certification as a Nursing Assistant is mandatory.
Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Nice To Haves

Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care to patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort.
Assist in the provision of restorative or rehabilitative care.
Perform restorative nursing tasks such as ambulation, range of motion, positioning, and self-feeding, within the scope of training.
Promote and support the greatest possible degree of independence for patients.
Advise Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) of Patient's status daily.
Contribute knowledge of Patient's conditions/needs to patient care plans.
Assist in the implementation of care plans as directed within the parameters of established policy and procedure.
Observe and report on Patients' conditions and document observations as required.
Promote a safe and clean environment.
Comply with requirements of procedures for safe lifting and/or safe transfer of patients per established policies and procedures.
Assist in care and maintenance of the therapy area and equipment.
Ensure that equipment is clean and functional.
Attend in-service training programs.
Attend monthly Quality Assurance Meetings.
Responsible for monthly and weekly weights.
Attend weekly rehab meetings.
Function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
Review Cantex Continuing Care Network Policy and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and enforce it.
Attend weekly in-services, understand, and comply with Patient Care Management Systems.
Assure patient/resident safety.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.