Restorative Aide

About the Role

Responsible for carrying out and documenting the activities of the Restorative Program in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as facility policies. The objective is to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a nursing arts course in an accredited nurse training program, evidenced by a diploma, certificate, or other written verification from the school, and successful completion of the Department-approved nursing assistant competency evaluation, or successful completion of a United States military training program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Must possess a current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment.
• Demonstrated interest and/or knowledge in restorative, ADL, splint, and ROM programs.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies, and the general public.
• Must be personable, enthusiastic, and resourceful, with the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately to meet the requirements of the position.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers, family members, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.
• May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, and customers in excess of 50 lbs. throughout the day.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Responsibilities

• Assure all restorative procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Assist in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer.
• Attend and actively participate in customer care plan conferences.
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs.
• Recommend to the Clinical Support Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Prepare materials and supplies needed for daily programs.
• Record daily participation of customers in the Restorative Program.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living.
• Attend staff meetings as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.