CNA Restorative

Aegis Therapies, one of the nation’s leading providers of rehabilitation and wellness services, is hiring a Wellness Instructor in Restorative Care to join our supportive team in Aberdeen, SD.

About the role

As a CNA/Wellness Instructor for Restorative Care, you will 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. Full restorative training is provided onsite—no prior restorative experience is necessary (CNA certification required).

EnerG by Aegis programs focus on the seven dimensions of wellness—a holistic approach designed to help individuals be well wherever they are. EnerG wellness programs take traditional recreational activities to a new level, offering an individualized, results-driven approach to enhance health and happiness.

Responsibilities

• 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
  • Splint/prosthesis care
• Limited or none of the “less desirable” tasks that often accompany a CNA position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Current certification as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice.
• 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).

Benefits

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

Schedule

Up to 40 hours per week with weekend coverage.

Setting

Rehabilitation Center, Skilled Nursing Facility, Senior Care Wellness.