About this position
Description:
- Able to meet job duties and requirements of CNA job description.
- Observes and reports residents in need of rehab or restorative services.
- Monitors residents' attendance in programs and records attendance.
- Carries out all programs assigned to Rehab Department accurately and professionally.
- Ability to perform Range of Motion exercises to prevent contractures, and ability to instruct the aides in such programs.
- Ability to apply hand rolls, splints and braces, and the ability to instruct the aides in such applications.
- Ability to document clearly the residents' progress or decline in the program they are participating in.
- Weekly Progress Notes are up to date and clearly reflect the residents' status.
- Assists therapists as needed.
- Ability to properly use all equipment and instruct floor CNAs on the proper use of all equipment.
- Encourages residents' participation in rehab programs and continues participation in individual independent goals.
- Applies preventative devices as warranted by residents' status. Suggests equipment as needed to prevent skin breakdown, contractures or loss of independence.
- Reports change in residents' condition which may indicate a change of cancellation of a rehab program.
- Assists in orientation of new employees regarding proper body mechanics and the use of gait belts and equipment.
- Provides a neat and safe orderly department and environment for the residents.
- Identifies safety hazards and reports to appropriate personnel immediately.
- Answers telephone in a courteous manner and identifies self and department.
- Performs housekeeping tasks as needed to provide a safe and clean environment.
- Assists the Unit CNAs as needed on the floors. Assists in the feeding of residents at all meals and reports swallowing or dietary problems as warranted.
- Answers all call lights and assists with residents or staff whenever needed.
- Monitors supplies and equipment for rehab unit and ensures that there are adequate supplies and working equipment at all times.
- Ensures that all residents' adaptive equipment is present and in working condition; for example, splints, hand rolls, positioning devices, plate guards, feeding utensils, etc.
- Participates and presents in-services to staff on a regular basis. Instructs and encourages staff to continue rehab goals when they are necessary.
- Participate/assist staff in toileting program.
- Any other duties as assigned by the Rehab Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator or DON.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Illinois CNA State Certification
- 6-month CNA experience in LTC/SNF or Rehab required
Salary Information
$20.00 - $20.00
Hourly Wage