Restorative Aide

Paradigm Healthcare at Woodwind Lakes is seeking a dedicated Restorative Aide!

 Summary/Objective In keeping with our organization’s goals, the primary purpose of the Restorative Aide is to deliver quality daily routine nursing care to resident’s requiring short-term, skilled, and long-term nursing care, as directed by the supervisor.

• Job Duties 
• Provide direct nursing care to residents requiring rehabilitative or restorative care as directed by a supervising nurse, in accordance with federal and state regulations as well as facility policies and procedures 
• Promptly report any observations and pertinent information regarding resident care and/or condition to the nursing supervisor. 
• Document observations and care delivered to residents daily, per standards of practice and facility policy and procedures. 
• Have knowledge of and utilize of the facility’s written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. 
• Utilize established methods for coordination and communication of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents’ total regimen of care. 
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed. 
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner in compliance with facility policies. 
• Provide care in a manner that is courteous and respects the residents’ dignity and privacy 
• Provide complaint/grievance reports to the Administrator as required or as may be necessary 
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents 
• Report known or suspected incidents of fraud, abuse, neglect, and/or misappropriation to the Administrator 
• Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screensaver activates within established facility policy guidelines 
• Refrain from disclosing assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator 
• Refrain from disclosing resident protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator 
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility’s information system 
• Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors 

• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed 
• Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head 
• Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately 
• Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities 
• Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures 

Required Education and Experience 

§ Must possess a current, unencumbered, active certification to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the State

§ 2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred.

§ Minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices

§ Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude

§ Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet)

§ Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Required Skills 

§ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

§ Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude

§ Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

§ Display attention to detail

§ Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner

§ Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)

§ Exceptional judgment and active foresight

§ Self-motivated and self-directed