Restorative Nursing Aide: Help Residents Move & Thrive

Kalesta Healthcare Group; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Olympic View Post Acute in Port Angeles, WA is seeking a Restorative Nursing Aide to support residents in walking, strengthening, and maintaining independence. You’ll follow care plans and work closely with therapy to drive progress. Requirements include active Washington NAC/CNA credentials and Restorative Nursing Aide training.

A high school diploma is preferred, with experience in skilled nursing or rehab encouraged. You’ll help with transfers, positioning, ROM, and daily living activities.

Qualifications

• Active Washington NAC/CNA credential is required.
• Restorative Nursing Aide training or certification required by facility.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehab, or restorative nursing preferred.
• Knowledge of range of motion, ambulation, transfers, and positioning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead restorative programs from each resident’s care plan, including walking, ROM, positioning, and weight-bearing activities.
• Carry out maintenance programs designed by therapists.
• Assist residents with daily living activities to build independence.
• Assist with splints, adaptive equipment, and report repairs.
• Assist with safe transfers, turning, and repositioning using proper body mechanics and lift equipment.
• Record resident weights, participation, and progress accurately.
• Notice changes in residents’ abilities and report to nursing/therapy staff.
• Show residents and team members restorative techniques.
• Keep restorative and therapy areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Answer call lights and support the nursing team as needed.

Skills

NAC/CNA

Restorative nursing

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

CNA certification

NAC/CNA credential

Job description

Olympic View Post Acute in Port Angeles, WA is seeking a Restorative Nursing Aide to support residents in walking, strengthening, and maintaining independence. You’ll follow care plans and work closely with therapy to drive progress. Requirements include active Washington NAC/CNA credentials and Restorative Nursing Aide training.

A high school diploma is preferred, with experience in skilled nursing or rehab encouraged. You’ll help with transfers, positioning, ROM, and daily living activities.