Under the direction of a licensed nurse, the Restorative Aide delivers efficient and effective restorative nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. He/she will provide care within the standards of practice as accorded by Certification. The Restorative Aide functions under the direction of the licensed nurse and in consultation with Rehabilitation to promote the patient's ability to attain, and maintain his/her maximum functional potential and prevent decline.
20. Performs other duties as requested.
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Successful completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant program.2. Two years' experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and knowledge of restorative nursing philosophy and procedures.3. A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma is preferred.4. Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn.5. Must attend a minimum of 12 hours continuing education programs provided by the center in order to maintain certification.6. This position requires that the employee is able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs.