Restorative Aide

Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring a Restorative Aide to support resident mobility, functional independence, and overall well-being. The Restorative Aide coordinates, implements, and provides restorative nursing care for residents under the direction of the Nursing Department and in collaboration with Rehabilitation Services. As a Restorative Aide, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives by helping them maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life. Consistency, encouragement, patience, and hands-on engagement are essential to success in this role.

What We Offer Compensation: $18 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule and Employment Type Full-Time Days (7AM - 3:30PM) | Monday–Friday including Every Other Weekend

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and participate in restorative programs as a Restorative Aide for individual residents
• Assist residents with exercises, mobility programs, range-of-motion activities, and positioning as ordered
• Facilitate the transition of residents from skilled rehabilitation services to restorative and preventative programs
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Nursing, Rehabilitation Nurse, and interdisciplinary team regarding resident goals and progress
• Attend rehabilitation rounds and communicate restorative needs to appropriate staff
• Maintain accurate restorative nursing documentation and progress records
• Visit residents daily or as needed to ensure programs are appropriate and effective
• Train and support primary caregivers in restorative techniques and proper care delivery
• Monitor residents with range-of-motion and T&P orders to ensure compliance
• Instruct and assist staff with splints, braces, prosthetics, and self-help devices
• Identify restorative needs for new admissions and communicate findings to appropriate personnel
• Communicate with families regarding resident progress during care conferences or as needed
• Remain proficient in the use of wheelchairs, walkers, canes, lifts, scales, and restorative equipment
• Put resident care first and ensure the highest quality of service

Qualifications

• Current state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required
• Restorative Aide Certificate Preferred
• Restorative care experience preferred
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and support residents
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional demands of the position
• Must be able to function independently and demonstrate flexibility and personal integrity
• Must be able to work effectively with residents, families, and staff
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of at least 5 feet and carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
• Must be able to assist with the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

If you are a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who enjoys helping residents maintain their independence and reach their functional goals, apply today to join the Hiawatha Care Center team as a Restorative Aide!