Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Life Care Centers of America; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Westlake, Ohio, is looking for a dedicated Restorative CNA to carry out patient-related restorative nursing functions. This role requires effective communication and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate will have a state-approved CNA certification, one year of preferred geriatric nursing experience, and excellent customer service skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.

Qualifications

• Must be currently registered/licensed in Ohio with an active license.
• Completed restorative nursing training is required.
• One year of geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal grooming, feeding, and toileting.
• Document and chart patient care accurately.
• Lift, turn, move, and transport patients.

Skills

Independent decision making

Knowledge of post acute care regulations

Excellent customer service

Team communication

Reasoning skills and good judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State approved CNA program

CPR certification

Job description

Live the Mission

Position Summary

The Restorative CNA carries out patient related restorative nursing functions which are predetermined 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