Position Summary:
Develops, implements, and maintains the facility Restorative Nursing program.
Essential Functions:
* Because HCF exists to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential to provide quality care
* Commitment to HCF mission, values, philosophy, and Service Excellence Initiatives.
* Must be in good physical condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one’s feet throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift repetitively a minimum of 10 pounds up to greater than 50 pounds occasionally.
* Must be able to complete performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well as have the ability to harmoniously work with others
* Leadership ability to take action and achieve results through others
* Must be able to read, write and understand the English language
Position Responsibilities:
* Implements specific restorative programs using the nursing process and ensures proper delivery and documentation with all nursing staff.
* Work closely with licensed therapists to ensure that specific recommendations are followed through when discharged from formal therapy programs.
* Perform functional restorative assessments per HCF policy.
* Ensure that all restorative nursing measures are reflected in the plan of care.
* Participate in care plan conference and make recommendations and/or report on restorative nursing programs.
* Ability to utilize Electronic Documentation system and reports as well as ensuring proper utilization of Electronic Documentation system as it relates to restorative nursing programs.
* Work with Therapy and Staff Development to educate new employees and provide continuing education to all employees for techniques and practices of restorative nursing care and Electronic Documentation system.
* Periodically make rounds on all shifts to monitor the restorative programs.
* Communicate on a regular basis with Director of Nursing on the progress of the restorative program.
* Participate in all necessary meetings such as weekly Case Mix, QA process, and Nurse on-call program.
* Assumes responsibility for maintaining his/her professional competence.
* All other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
* Current license as a Registered Nurse with the State Board of Nursing.
* CPR certification recommended.
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