Restorative Aide - 5 West Unit - FT

Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Roanoke ,VA, US, 24014

Job Summary

**This position is located at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital**

5 West is a 26 bed, newly renovated unit at Carilion Clinic that specializes in meeting the complex needs of the medical/and or surgical patient. Our patient population ranges from pneumonia and general medical conditions to minor surgical procedures and complex medical/psychosocial needs. A special focus of our team includes the complex issue of IV drug related infections that require up to 6 weeks of medical care. Our patients have lovingly named our unit "The Hope Unit."

This position is full time, working Monday-Friday

As part of the health care team, the Restorative Aide performs basic clerical and technical clinical services relating to the care, cleanliness, safety, and comfort for patients of all ages. Provides quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care. Works with patients needing restorative nursing measures to gain or maintain their highest possible functional level.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides direct restorative care and delegated tasks as assigned, completing work accurately, safely and in a timely manner. Participates in team meetings providing patient progress.
• Participates in all aspects of patient care as in the Nursing Assistant Job Description
• Follows the plan of care directives.
• Monitors equipment and reports needs to CTL, Charge Nurse or Director.
• Notifies team leaders and charge nurse responsible for that patient when a patient is regressing/progressing or refusing to participate in the program. This will facilitate an assessment to be done by nursing/therapy and a possible change in the program and care plan.
• Participates in Nursing Sensitive indicators related to the function of the Restorative Aide
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
  Education: High school diploma or equivalent education required.
  
  Experience: Two years as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
  
  Licensure/Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
  
  Other Minimum Qualifications: Must possess the capability to understand medical terminology. Ability to work with others. Good verbal communication skills. Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position.
  
  About Carilion
  
  This is Carilion Clinic ...
  
  An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
  
  Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.
  
  Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.
  
  Requisition Number: 137771
  Employment Status: Full time
  Location: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
  Shift: Day
  Shift Details: Monday-Friday
  Recruiter: SARAH R BOSWELL
  Recruiter Email: srboswell@carilionclinic.org
  For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  
  Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
  
  Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.
  
  
  
  Please see job description
  
  
  
  PI200306908

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