Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA)

We are looking to hire an RNA to join our team! The RNA in collaboration with the Therapy Department and under the supervision of the Charge Nurse performs restorative nursing approaches on residents to assist the resident in reaching their maximum potential mobility.

The RNA assists in providing a clean, safe, dignified, happy and healthy environment for residents by performing the duties as described below.

Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and the completion of a CNA program.

One year of experience as a CNA in a SNF facility and a current RNA certificate

Current valid California CNA certification in good standing

Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 including Booster shots

Current California RNA certification

Current First Aid and CPR Card

Valid Fire Card

Primary Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) Responsibilities

Nursing :

Assists residents with range of motion exercises (passive / active), other general strengthening exercises, and ambulation / transfer exercises per physician’s orders to improve or maintain mobility and independence in the resident

Documents activities of daily living for assigned residents per facility policy and procedure

Monitors placement of restorative devices / equipment to ensure proper utilization

Assists with turning and positioning heavy care residents

Provides daily and weekly documentation for each resident in the restorative program, including weekly progress summaries for each resident

Reports and charts significant changes in resident’s condition or motivational level

Asks / monitors resident for pain prior to and after providing treatments

Provides residents with routine restorative nursing care and services in accordance with the resident’s assessment, care plan and as directed by supervisors

Participates in and documents results of residents’ activities of daily living programs such as dressing, feeding and personal hygiene;

maintain restorative therapy notes in residents’ record

Following the restorative treatment plan devised by a nurse, the RNA helps the resident perform basic day-to-day activities such as bathing, dressing up, eating and walking

Coaches and assists CNAs in positioning, ROM ambulation, ADL, cones / splints / contracture care, ADL specifics, safety device application, appropriate padding and wheelchair cushions, and safety device release, documenting progress of residents assisting in development of QI tools suitable for CNAs to utilize in performing QI audits of Restorative CNA care, and other duties as assigned

Uses proper technique, procedures and safety precautions to meet individual needs of residents

Encourages restorative measures and self-care skills

Maintains good body alignment and proper positioning of all residents

Assists resident’s transferring and ambulation using gate belt lift, buddy system, or appropriate equipment. Transports residents using wheelchair or walker.

Provides residents with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed

Other duties may be assigned

Restorative Feeding :

Performs and assists with restorative feeding program

Encourage eye-hand coordination by assisting residents to participate in restorative feeding program

Serves food and nourishment and collects food trays. Assists residents requiring help utilizing adaptive equipment in accordance with identified needs, and encourages independence in eating

Completes daily resident meal log as assigned

Pours coffee, tea, and juices while assisting residents with oral food intake, including opening containers and cutting food

PAY SCALE :

Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise.

$19 - $22 / hour

NURSING