Join a Vibrant, Passionate Culture of Care Spend your days doing something you love - in a community you will love being part of. When you work at Northcrest, you will join a team that supports your growth and personal best. And you’ll find meaning in your everyday. Northcrest has an opportunity for YOU to join our Team!
About Us
Northcrest Community is a Senior Living Community offering premier services to older adults that includes a continuum of Life-Care living options with services, personal and financial security, while promoting independence and a true sense of community. Northcrest is a non-profit facility licensed by the State of Iowa; however, not certified by CMS for Medicare or Medicaid. Our team is unique, fun, and hardworking. We specialize in valuing and nurturing team members so they can provide outstanding care to the residents we serve. We would appreciate the opportunity to work with you! Northcrest offers competitive wages and benefits, including wage credit for experience and shift differentials. Restorative Aide Department: Health Services Reports To: Director of Nursing Position Type: Part-Time Job Classification: Hourly Position Summary The primary purpose of the Restorative Aide position is to assist in maintaining and improving residents’ functional abilities, independence, mobility, and quality of life. As a Restorative Aide, you will work closely with residents, nursing staff, and therapy professionals to support residents in maintaining their abilities and participating in daily activities. This position plays an important role in promoting resident independence, dignity, comfort, and overall well-being. What You'll Do
- Assist with restorative therapy programs, including ambulation, transfers, grooming, feeding, and other assigned activities under the supervision of the therapist or assistant.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, and grooming.
- Assist residents with individual and group exercises, including range-of-motion exercises, as assigned.
- Help residents with mobility, positioning, lifting, transferring, and transportation throughout the community.
- Monitor residents for changes in condition, skin breakdown, pressure areas, or other concerns and promptly report observations to nursing staff.
- Assist residents with meals, snacks, hydration, and other nutritional needs.
- Encourage resident participation in activities and social programs.
- Maintain accurate resident care documentation and records as instructed.
- Follow established infection control, safety, privacy, and resident care policies.
- Promote a positive environment that supports resident dignity, independence, and quality of life.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the State of Iowa.
- Knowledge of nursing assistant techniques, procedures, and aseptic practices.
- CPR Certification and cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with residents, families, and team members.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established care plans.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
- Ability to assist with lifting, transferring, positioning, and transporting residents.
- Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 75 pounds, as outlined in the job description.
- Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergency situations.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account Plan
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Vacation Pay
- Sick Leave Pay
- Premium Pay for Holidays Worked
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Longevity Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Meals (Reduced Cost)
- Family-friendly Work Environment
- Northcrest's success is a direct result of the caring staff that assists our residents. Come join our team today!
Northcrest Community participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
