About this opportunity
Health Center at Standifer Place lists this Restorative CNA PRN opportunity in chattanooga, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Restorative Nursing AssistantProvides restorative nursing programs within the scope of CNA practice. Provides therapy delegated programs that are taught and supervised by therapy and beyond the scope and practice of a CNA. The position is a nursing function and reports directly to the restorative nurse or a position in the nursing department. The position works closely with therapy. Works collaboratively with the CNAs and nurses to see that residents receive their programs as planned.Qualifications and SkillsLicensed Certified Nursing AssistantMinimum of two year of clinical, bedside CNA experience an evidence of positive evaluationsKnowledge and skills in basic restorative nursing principles and practicesEvidence of ability to work as a member of the teamReliable, good judgment and takes initiativeAble to follow verbal and written instructions, able to write in EnglishPhysical ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and have manual dexterityUnderstands and embraces the facility restorative philosophyCommunication, organizational, and documentation skillsDemonstrates accountability and responsibilityJob DutiesProvides restorative programs:ROM; AmbulationBed mobility, positioning and transfer techniquesApplication of splints, braces, cones, prosthetic devices and care of limbs where appliedAssistive feeding devices and Restorative Dining techniques (cueing and swallowing)Activity of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene)Incontinent managementTransferCommunicationParticipates in restorative dining program, directs regular CNAs about resident restorative dining programs.Serves as a resource and role model for CNAsDocuments program completion everyday and narrative progress notes as required by facility policyAttends restorative meeting and care plan conferencesReports unusual problems regarding resident care to nursing staff immediately: pain, refusals, falls, etcReports malfunctioning or improperly fitting equipment and equipment needs to therapy and restorative nurse.Places preventative/pressure relief mattresses and wheelchair cushions as directed by Restorative Nurse.Offers suggestions and provides input into development of interdisciplinary plan of care.Assists with general orientation and on-going restorative nursing in-services.Participates in the facility Quality Improvement Program as directed by the Restorative Nurse, and reports areas needing improvement.Keeps skills current and enhances present skills by attendance to in-services and seminars.Participates in transfer of residents from Level II to Level III.Assists with Phase II classes, as directed.Performs therapy delegated tasks under the direction and supervision of Therapy.Assuring Resident Safety
Worksite address
chattanooga, TN, 37421, US
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