Nursing Attendant: Restorative Aide

State of Indiana; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Indiana in West Lafayette seeks a Nursing Attendant (Restorative Aide) to support residents at the Indiana Veterans' Home. You will perform ROM and follow therapy plans to maintain physical abilities and assist with daily living tasks.

A high school diploma or equivalent is acceptable; CNA/Nurse Aide certification must be obtained within 120 days. This seasonal, 180-day role offers no benefits and requires reliable, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• CNA certification and First Aid are required or must be obtained within 120 days.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to changing resident needs.
• Understand nursing forms and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living tasks such as dressing, eating, bathing, grooming.
• Escort residents to therapies, dining, and treatment areas.
• Check and record vital signs to inform care decisions.
• Maintain a safe environment and assist with housekeeping duties.
• Support creation and execution of care plans with the health team.
• Observe and report resident conditions and changes.

Skills

Prioritizes workload

Flexible to change

Effective communication

Empathy and professionalism

Basic nursing observation

Education

Nurse Aide certification

First Aid certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Veterans' Home:

The Indiana Veterans' Home is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Originally created to care for veterans of the Civil War, the Indiana Veterans’ Home welcomedits first resident in 1896. Located on 250+ acres in West Lafayette, IVH is a full-service care facility offering a complete array of services for residents.

The mission of the Indiana Veterans' Home is to honor Indiana's veterans and their spouses by providing the highest level of care in a therapeutic home-like environment, enhancing health and yielding optimal quality of life. To do this and meet the unique needs of these heroes and their families, we deliver compassionate and comprehensive skilled care while integrating arts and cultural programming and preserving the rich history of the Home.

Role Overview:

Nursing Attendant (Restorative Aide) performs ROM and follows therapy-developed plans to help maintain a resident’s physical abilities.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $16.16/hr but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life:

Program Administration Support

• Train and assist individuals with daily living tasks such as dressing, eating, bathing, brushing teeth, and grooming.
• Escort individuals to and from therapies, dining areas, treatment rooms, medical facilities, and field trips.
• Check and record vital signs to monitor health status and inform care decisions.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment by performing housekeeping duties such as cleaning equipment and changing bed linens.
• Sort and tag institutional linens and personal linens.
• Establish rapport with residents to aid in the treatment program and rehabilitation.
• Observe, record, and report the condition and behavior of patients.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

Program Management Support

• Supervise daily routine of patients.
• Participate in patient care plans involving care and treatment of the geriatric patient.
• Participate as a member of the health team observing resident behavior and participates in patient care plans.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Ability to prioritize workload to meet care demands.
• Ability to be flexible in adapting to changing resident needs and unit priorities.
• Must attend and complete all required in-service training.
• Ability to recognize basic changes in a resident’s condition and report to the nurse.
• Ability to understand and complete nursing forms accurately.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Ability to provide safe, efficient resident care in accordance with state and Veterans’ Administration rules, IVH policies and procedures, and HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to support residents with empathy and professionalism during personal care and activities.
• Ability to provide basic nursing care practices within scope of certification.
• Ability to use medical equipment within the scope of certification.
• Must maintain CNA and First Aid certification.
• Must be certified as a Nurse Aide within 120 days of employment.

A degree is not required. However, a High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) and experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .