What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restorative Aide position at Little Sisters of the Poor - Baltimore Province?
Restorative Aide
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, 15212-1607
Job Description:
The Restorative Nursing Aide is responsible for assisting/monitoring Residents as they perform exercises designed to improve/maintain their mobility, range of motion and bodily functions. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience as a certified nursing assistant, preferably in a long term care setting. Knowledge of techniques and practices of restorative nursing is required. The candidate must be able to lift, transfer and reposition residents throughout the workday. Knowledge of the basic rules of sanitation and aseptic techniques, infection control, universal precautions, and ability to maintain confidentiality are essential. Reliability in attendance and punctuality is a key function of the job.
Skills Required:
- Two years as a certified nursing assistant, preferably in a long term care setting
- Knowledge of techniques and practices of restorative nursing
- Ability to lift, transfer and reposition residents
- Knowledge of basic rules of sanitation and aseptic techniques
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Reliability in attendance and punctuality
This is a partial description of job duties and responsibilities.
We offer:
- We offer a friendly, supportive homelike work environment.
- Competitive wages and generous call bonuses.
- Shift differentials for evening and overnight shifts.
- Health care, dental and vision coverage.
- Paid vacation time, personal time, wellness days and sick time.
- Enrollment in our pension plan.
- Life Insurance for our employees.
- Free onsite parking.
Generous salary and benefits await the successful candidate. But it's not all about the pay - it's about loving the residents we support.
Criminal Background and drug screening required.
Current Pennsylvania certification is required.
