Wellness Instructor - Restorative CNA - PRN

Aegis Therapies • Laredo, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Aegis Therapies, a leading provider of rehabilitation and wellness services, is hiring a Wellness Instructor in Restorative Care. This role involves working with the Rehab Therapy Team to provide knowledge and expertise in delivering appropriate wellness, fitness, and exercise programs. The position offers full restorative training provided onsite, with no prior restorative experience necessary, though a CNA certification is required. Responsibilities include assisting in the restorative care of patients with specific tasks such as ambulation, transfer training, bed mobility, active/passive range of motion, dressing/grooming, and splint/prosthesis care. The role utilizes the EnerG by Aegis program, which focuses on the seven dimensions of wellness for a holistic approach to health and happiness.

Requirements

• Current certification as Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA in state of practice

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Specialty certification as personal trainer, exercise specialist, fitness instructor, health and fitness specialist or similar area, preferred.
• Background in exercise and activity training with senior populations, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director of Rehabilitation / Therapy and work exclusively with the therapy team to provide knowledge and expertise in delivering appropriate wellness, fitness, and exercise programs.
• Assist in the restorative care of patients as directed.
• Exclusive restorative responsibilities including ambulation, transfer training, bed mobility, active/passive range of motion, dressing/grooming, and splint/prosthesis care.

Benefits

• Support, mentorship, clinical education and unlimited CEUs
• Flexible schedule, paid time off, plus one paid CEU day
• Licensure reimbursement
• Interdisciplinary collaboration for providing the best patient care
• Medical, dental, vision within 30 days or less
• National opportunity to transfer while maintaining employment status
• Multiple settings nationwide: CCRC, SNF, Assisted Living, Outpatient Clinics, Home Health

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED