Restorative Nursing Assistant

Full-Time, Part-Time

Countryside Manor of Bristol - Bristol, CT

Posted 3 days ago

We are hiring a Restorative Nursing Assistant to join our dynamic care team at Countryside Manor of Bristol!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the com

As a Restorative Nursing Assistant, your goal is to promote resident wellness and prevent decline and loss of independence whenever possible.

Education & Experience:

• Must hold an active and unencumbered CNA license in this state or be in the process of obtaining one.

• CPR certification and work in long-term care are preferred, but not necessary.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Knows facility Privacy Practices and keeps confidential any resident information he/she has knowledge of.

• Promote and maintain good body alignment and proper positioning.

• Encourage and assist bedfast/chairfast residents to change positions at least every 2 hours to prevent pressure sores and stimulate circulation (assist resident with any required personal care needs during position changes).

• Encourage and assist the resident to be active and OOB during the day.

• Encourage, assist, and teach the resident to perform his/her own self-care.

• Promote resident’s independence in ADLs by providing opportunity for self-care, transfer, ambulation, and dining activities.

• Assist resident to adjust to his/her disabilities.

• Assist residents to use prosthetic and orthotic devices.

• Provide routine range of motion exercises to maintain function and prevent contractures and deformities.

• Assist residents to carry out prescribed therapy exercises between visits to the therapist.

• Help residents redirect and encourage their interests.

• Record and document services provided accurately and per state and federal guidelines.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

• Demonstrates ability to perform basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and accurately per state and federal regulations to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

• Good organizational skills.

• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilizes appropriately.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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Job CategoryCertified Nursing Assistant - CNA, Nursing