Restorative Nursing Aide Full-Time

PACS•Clovis, CA

8d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Willow Creek Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and dependable Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) to join our healthcare team. The RNA supports residents in maintaining or improving their highest level of physical functioning, mobility, independence, and quality of life. A Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) provides assigned residents with routine restorative nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

Restorative Nursing Assistant certification.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Point Click Care.
Current certificate as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) Training.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

One-year experience in a long-term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with restorative exercises to improve or maintain mobility, strength, and functional independence.
Encourage resident participation in activity and out-of-bed mobility unless medically contraindicated.
Provide assistance with dining, splinting, transfers, ambulation, and active or passive range-of-motion activities as directed by rehabilitation and nursing department.
Obtain and accurately record resident weights as ordered or per facility protocol, and promptly report significant changes to nursing staff.
Ensure residents have clean, well-fitting clothing and linens that are in good repair.
Assist residents with toileting, bathing, dressing, and other activities of daily living as needed.
Reposition residents regularly to promote comfort and prevent skin integrity issues.
Support residents in maintaining personal cleanliness and freedom from offensive odors.
Participates in RNA meeting with the Rehabilitation and Nursing Departments to monitor prescribed programs.
Accurately complete documentation and charting of all care provided.
Maintain a therapeutic environment characterized by warmth, positivity, respect, and calmness.
Promptly report any significant changes in condition, abnormal findings, or potential concerns to the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing, and/or Rehabilitation Department.
Assist residents in preparation for medical tests, treatments, appointments, social activities, and daily meals.
Provide assistance with elimination needs, including emptying catheter bags and properly sanitizing and maintaining bedpans, urinals, and bedside commodes.
Promote good personal hygiene, including skin care, bathing, hair care, oral hygiene, shaving or beard trimming, and nail care in accordance with facility policy.
Apply pressure-relieving devices and implement skin-protective measures to reduce the risk of breakdown.