What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restorative Aide (CNA) position at Birchwood of Beaumont?
Birchwood of Beaumont -
KNOWLEDGE BASE :
- Certified Nurse Aid.
- Long-term care experience with nurse education background.
- Genuine caring and concern for residents and staff.
- Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below.
- Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and handicapped people.
- Ability to comply with the Patient Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities.
- Ability to comply with Company and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Perform restorative procedures in which he / she has been trained. These procedures include : ROM, transfers, positioning - bed & wheelchair, ambulation, ADL's, restorative dining, prosthetic management. Carry out resident related restorative nursing functions, which are predetermined for each resident and assigned by the DON / ADON and / or Physical / Occupational / Speech Therapist.
- Monitor the use and be able to apply appropriate positioning devices, i.e., hand rolls, heel protectors, seat cushions, splints, and slings.
- Follow appropriate charting / documentation procedures.
- Attend in-service educational programs required by persons delivering resident care as per state regulations.
- To report to Charge Nurse immediately when observing any unusual or significant change(s) in a resident's physical or behavioral condition.
- To assist in the teaching of restorative techniques to all facility employees.
- Practice safety techniques in resident care and appropriate body mechanics.
- Weighing and recording of such for each resident within the facility on a monthly basis. Ambulation and transfers would be incorporated in this procedure.
- Sets a positive example for others as evidenced by good attendance, professional appearance, and no disciplinary action.
Physical Demands :
Sitting : 2 hours in an 8 hour work shift.
Standing : 3 - 7 hours in an 8 hour work shift. Alternates continuously to walking.
Walking : 7 hours in an 8 hour work shift. Alternates occasionally to standing.
Strength : Ability to maneuver and lift 50 lbs Reliability, trustworthiness and consistency with regard to attendance is extremely important to this job. The ability to regularly and timely attend work, cooperative and politely work and deal with others, and to effectively multi-task and work in a stressful environment are also essential functions to this job.
STATEMENT : This position reports to the Director of Nurse