MDS Assistant / Restorative Nurse

Aperion Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care is seeking a Restorative Nurse to oversee the restorative nursing program, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with standards. The role involves developing care plans, collaborating with therapy departments, and supervising nursing staff. Candidates should have 3-5 years of restorative nursing experience and be a registered nurse.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of restorative nursing experience required.
• Must be a registered nurse with the State Board of Nursing.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nursing care policies.
• Evaluate quality of nursing care and recommend improvements.
• Conduct daily rounds to monitor patient care.

Skills

Restorative nursing experience

Patient care monitoring

Collaboration with therapy teams

Education

Registered Nurse certification

Current CPR certification

Restorative Nurse certification

Job description

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Summary

The Restorative Nurse is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and supervising the restorative nursing program for the facility. Acts as a liaison between therapy and nursing, promoting a restorative nursing philosophy across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in developing and implementing nursing care policies in line with the facility's goals.
2. Evaluate the quality of nursing care and recommend improvements.
3. Conduct daily rounds to monitor patient care and staff performance.
4. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
5. Perform rehabilitation assessments for new and existing patients regularly.
6. Oversee functional evaluations and develop restorative care plans.
7. Ensure restorative measures are documented in care plans.
8. Collaborate with therapy departments and ensure recommendations are followed through.
9. Review documentation for residents receiving restorative services.
10. Manage incontinent programs and participate in care planning conferences.
11. Attend interdisciplinary meetings and provide feedback on restorative needs.
12. Orient and educate staff on restorative nursing practices.
13. Participate in fall prevention and restraint reduction programs.
14. Set up documentation flow sheets for restorative nursing.
15. Supervise restorative nursing staff and serve as liaison with therapy teams.
16. Participate in patient care planning and serve as Medicare Services Coordinator as needed.
17. Ensure high-quality, compassionate care for patients and families.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of restorative nursing experience required.
• Current Restorative Nurse certification preferred.
• Must be a registered nurse with the State Board of Nursing.
• Current CPR certification required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to move intermittently and cope with job stress.
• Work independently with flexibility and integrity.
• Work effectively with residents and staff, including those who are ill, disabled, or emotionally upset.
• Ability to lift and move at least 25 pounds and assist in emergency evacuations.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.