Restorative Nursing Assistant
Glendale, CA Glendale, CA Full-time Full-time $22 - $23 an hour $22 - $23 an hour Ararat Home Of Los Angeles Job Description #2.
31 Title:
Restorative Nursing Assistant Immediate Supervisor:
Original Date:
06/18/88 Director of Clinical Services Revision Date:
12/31/04/August 2009/ October 2011 Purpose of Position:
To perform restorative nursing procedures that maximize the resident's existing abilities, emphasize independence, and minimize the negative effects of disability with an attitude of realistic optimism under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services and in accordance with federal state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities; Restorative Nursing Assistant:
Provide restorative nursing care as directed and ordered (i.
e.
feeding, active and passive range of motion, ambulation, and transfers).
Provide activities of daily living (bathing, showering, grooming, toileting, etc.
) Provide a safe environment for residents during exercises and assist in designing living environment to provide optimum comfort and safety.
Prepare resident for treatment by dress/position and provide exercises as ordered.
Assist in transporting resident to and from therapy room/area.
Perform exercises in the resident's room if necessary.
Reassure resident before and during exercise session and provide instruction and supervision during exercise.
Report and document any changes in resident's condition and/or severity of limitations to senior team leader immediately.
Complete weekly restorative summaries.
Ensure that all RNA notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to the care.
Identify faulty restorative devices and report to the RNA Team Leader immediately.
Report residents' condition at interdisciplinary care conferences.
Function as CNA when requested by immediate supervisor.
Administer first aid measures as initiated by the Resident Care Coordinator.
Participate in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary.
Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.
g.
, back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.
) when lifting or moving residents.
Follow established infection control procedures and universal precautions when performing duties.
Ensure that the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services.
Utilize all department equipment and supplies in an efficient manner that promotes desired outcomes and minimizes waste.
161 Attend and participate in in-service training programs.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
May work other than normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.
g.
, severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.
).
Any other duties assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant license.
162 Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $23.
00 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Physical setting:
Nursing home Standard shift:
Day shift Weekly schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Work Location:
In person October 2011.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
31 Title:
Restorative Nursing Assistant Immediate Supervisor:
Original Date:
06/18/88 Director of Clinical Services Revision Date:
12/31/04/August 2009/ October 2011 Purpose of Position:
To perform restorative nursing procedures that maximize the resident's existing abilities, emphasize independence, and minimize the negative effects of disability with an attitude of realistic optimism under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services and in accordance with federal state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities; Restorative Nursing Assistant:
Provide restorative nursing care as directed and ordered (i.
e.
feeding, active and passive range of motion, ambulation, and transfers).
Provide activities of daily living (bathing, showering, grooming, toileting, etc.
) Provide a safe environment for residents during exercises and assist in designing living environment to provide optimum comfort and safety.
Prepare resident for treatment by dress/position and provide exercises as ordered.
Assist in transporting resident to and from therapy room/area.
Perform exercises in the resident's room if necessary.
Reassure resident before and during exercise session and provide instruction and supervision during exercise.
Report and document any changes in resident's condition and/or severity of limitations to senior team leader immediately.
Complete weekly restorative summaries.
Ensure that all RNA notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to the care.
Identify faulty restorative devices and report to the RNA Team Leader immediately.
Report residents' condition at interdisciplinary care conferences.
Function as CNA when requested by immediate supervisor.
Administer first aid measures as initiated by the Resident Care Coordinator.
Participate in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary.
Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.
g.
, back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.
) when lifting or moving residents.
Follow established infection control procedures and universal precautions when performing duties.
Ensure that the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services.
Utilize all department equipment and supplies in an efficient manner that promotes desired outcomes and minimizes waste.
161 Attend and participate in in-service training programs.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
May work other than normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.
g.
, severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.
).
Any other duties assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must possess a current Certified Nursing Assistant license.
162 Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $23.
00 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Physical setting:
Nursing home Standard shift:
Day shift Weekly schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Work Location:
In person October 2011.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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