Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Life Care Centers of America; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

6 paid holidays

1 personal day

Paid sick leave from day one

Medical, dental, vision, and HSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

CEUs & license reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Mileage stipend

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Restorative CNA to deliver restorative nursing services for long-term and post-acute residents. You will support daily activities, document care, and collaborate with therapists and nursing staff to maintain patient dignity and comfort.

Requirements include a state CNA license, CPR certification, restorative training, and preferably 1 year of geriatric nursing experience. Day and evening shifts with competitive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a state-approved CNA program.
• Current CNA license in good standing; CPR certification required or obtainable on orientation.
• Completed restorative nursing training is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lifting, turning, positioning and transporting patients.
• Provide baths, grooming, feeding and toileting assistance.
• Accurately document and chart patient care and observations.
• Respond promptly to call lights and follow physician orders for exercises.
• Maintain patient safety, confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Geriatric nursing experience

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved CNA program

CPR certification

Restorative nursing training

Job description

Job Type:

Full-time, PRN

Wage Range:

$23 - 26.69 DOE

Schedules Available:

Day and NOC

Shift Differentials:

Evening (EVE) and Night (NOC)

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave beginning on day one
• Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and state license reimbursement
• (Subject to company policy and approval).
• Student Loan Repayment Program (subject to company policy and approval).
• Mileage Stipend
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles

Setting & Population Served

• Long-term care for residents needing ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary care, including nursing, therapy, and medical teams working together
• A diverse patient population, including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
• (Patient mix may vary slightly by facility.)

Position Summary

The Restorative CNA carries out patient related restorative nursing functions which are pre determined for each patient and assigned by Restorative Nurse in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a State approved CNA program
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• Completed restorative nursing training
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients
• Assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting
• Accurately document and chart patient care
• Respond to call lights promptly
• Provide physician ordered exercise to each patient
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer