Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) posted more than 30 days ago Studio City, CA

Imperialcarecenter; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) to enhance the quality of life for residents. In this role, you will collaborate with the Therapy Department and Charge Nurse to implement restorative nursing practices, ensuring residents achieve their maximum mobility potential. Your responsibilities will include assisting with exercises, documenting daily activities, and providing compassionate care. Join a supportive team focused on creating a safe and dignified environment for all residents, where your contributions will make a significant impact on their well-being and independence.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program and one year of experience as a CNA.
• Current RNA certification and First Aid/CPR card required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with mobility exercises and daily living activities.
• Document daily activities and monitor resident conditions.
• Encourage independence in residents during restorative feeding.

Skills

Restorative Nursing

Patient Care

Mobility Assistance

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Program Completion

RNA Certification

First Aid and CPR Certification

Job description

We are looking to hire an RNA to join our team! The RNA in collaboration with the Therapy Department and under the supervision of the Charge Nurse performs restorative nursing approaches on residents to assist the resident in reaching their maximum potential mobility. The RNA assists in providing a clean, safe, dignified, happy and healthy environment for residents by performing the duties as described below.

Available Shifts: 7am-3pm AND 3p-11p

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and the completion of a CNA program.
• One year of experience as a CNA in a SNF facility and a current RNA certificate
• Current First Aid and CPR Card

Primary Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) Responsibilities

Nursing:

• Assists residents with range of motion exercises (passive/active), other general strengthening exercises, and ambulation/transfer exercises per physician’s orders to improve or maintain mobility and independence in the resident
• Documents activities of daily living for assigned residents per facility policy and procedure
• Monitors placement of restorative devices/equipment to ensure proper utilization
• Assists with turning and positioning heavy care residents
• Provides daily and weekly documentation for each resident in the restorative program, including weekly progress summaries for each resident
• Reports and charts significant changes in resident’s condition or motivational level
• Asks/monitors resident for pain prior to and after providing treatments
• Provides residents with routine restorative nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment, care plan and as directed by supervisors
• Participates in and documents results of residents’ activities of daily living programs such as dressing, feeding and personal hygiene; maintain restorative therapy notes in residents’ record
• Following the restorative treatment plan devised by a nurse, the RNA helps the resident perform basic day-to-day activities such as bathing, dressing up, eating and walking
• Coaches and assists CNAs in positioning, ROM ambulation, ADL, cones/splints/contracture care, ADL specifics, safety device application, appropriate padding and wheelchair cushions, and safety device release, documenting progress of residents assisting in development of QI tools suitable for CNAs to utilize in performing QI audits of Restorative CNA care, and other duties as assigned
• Uses proper technique, procedures and safety precautions to meet individual needs of residents
• Encourages restorative measures and self-care skills
• Maintains good body alignment and proper positioning of all residents
• Assists resident’s transferring and ambulation using gate belt lift, buddy system, or appropriate equipment. Transports residents using wheelchair or walker. Provides residents with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed
• Other duties may be assigned

Restorative Feeding:

• Performs and assists with restorative feeding program
• Encourage eye-hand coordination by assisting residents to participate in restorative feeding program
• Serves food and nourishment and collects food trays. Assists residents requiring help utilizing adaptive equipment in accordance with identified needs, and encourages independence in eating
• Completes daily resident meal log as assigned
• Pours coffee, tea, and juices while assisting residents with oral food intake, including opening containers and cutting food

PAY SCALE: $20 - $23 / Hour

Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise.

This company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.

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