Restorative Aide (CNA ~ Full-time)

Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Mantey Heights Rehabilitation & Care Center in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Full-Time Restorative Nursing Aide (RNA). The role involves providing restorative programs to help residents maintain or improve physical functioning and independence, in collaboration with nursing and therapy teams.

Qualifications include current CNA certification and good standing with state requirements. Restorative/Skilled Nursing experience is preferred, with training offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must have current CNA certification and be in good standing with state certification requirements.
• Experience in restorative nursing or skilled nursing is preferred, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Ability to safely assist residents with transfers, mobility, positioning, and restorative exercises.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills are essential.
• Dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing excellent resident care.

Responsibilities

• Provide restorative nursing services per resident care plans.
• Assist with ROM, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and mobility.
• Encourage participation in restorative activities and promote independence in ADLs.
• Assist with walking programs and use of walkers, wheelchairs, and devices.
• Document resident participation, progress, and response to programs.
• Observe changes in condition and report concerns to the nurse.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Restorative Nursing Aide (RNA) – Full-Time

Pay Range: $19.26–$26.75 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-Time
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Are you a compassionate CNA who enjoys helping residents maintain their independence, strength, and quality of life? We are looking for a dedicated Full-Time Restorative Nursing Aide (RNA) to join our skilled nursing team.

As a Restorative Nursing Aide, you will work closely with nursing and therapy to provide restorative programs designed to help residents maintain or improve their highest level of physical functioning and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide restorative nursing services according to each resident's individualized care plan.
• Assist residents with range-of-motion exercises, ambulation, transfers, positioning, mobility, and other restorative programs.
• Encourage residents to participate in restorative activities and promote independence with activities of daily living.
• Assist with walking programs and proper use of walkers, wheelchairs, and other assistive devices.
• Follow established restorative nursing programs and document resident participation, progress, and response.
• Observe residents for changes in condition, mobility, strength, or function and promptly report concerns to the appropriate nurse.
• Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Provide assistance with ADLs and resident care as needed.
• Maintain resident dignity, privacy, safety, and rights at all times.
• Follow infection-control, safety, and facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in required education, training, and competency evaluations.
• Provide compassionate, respectful, and resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification required.
• Must be in good standing with applicable state certification requirements.
• Restorative nursing or skilled nursing experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to safely assist residents with transfers, mobility, positioning, and restorative exercises.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• Dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing excellent resident care.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation

$19.26–$26.75 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

We believe restorative nursing is about more than completing exercises—it's about helping residents maintain their independence, confidence, mobility, and quality of life. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that works together to make a meaningful difference for the residents we serve.

If you're a CNA who is passionate about helping residents stay active and independent, we would love to meet you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.