Restorative Nurse

We are looking for a Restorative Nurse to perform restorative nursing procedures that maximize the resident’s existing abilities, emphasize independence instead of dependence, and minimize the negative effects of disability with an attitude of realistic optimism under the supervision of a restorative nurse.

Salary Position- Range up to $72,000- $89,000, based on experience.

Position Requirements

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN, LPN, or LVN in this state.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of restorative care procedures.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of restorative care.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of treatment areas.
• Must be able to instruct certified nursing assistants in continuing preventive restorative care.

Duties

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct restorative care services, as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.
• Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, therapy department, as well as other related departments in planning restorative care.
• Develop and maintain restorative care standards.
• Assist the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
• Interpret restorative care policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Review restorative care policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc., as necessary.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
• Maintain a current file of residents treated.
• Work with the facility’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which restorative care will be accomplished.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Maintain a reference library of written restorative care material, laws, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining quality resident care.
• Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Coordinator in developing, implementing, and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance program for restorative care services.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the administrator, as necessary/required, concerning restorative care services.
• Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing restorative care services.
• Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing Services.

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