The Citadel of Wilmette - Wilmette, IL
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Wilmette, IL
About the position
The Restorative Nurse at The Citadel of Wilmette is responsible for performing restorative nursing procedures aimed at maximizing residents' existing abilities, promoting independence, and minimizing the negative effects of disability. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating restorative care services while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct restorative care services and programs.
- Collaborate with administration, medical and nursing staff, and therapy departments in planning restorative care.
- Develop and maintain restorative care standards.
- Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing corrective action plans for deficiencies.
- Direct restorative care services with authority, responsibility, and accountability.
- Complete necessary administrative duties such as medical forms, reports, evaluations, and charting.
- Interpret restorative care policies and procedures to staff, residents, and family members.
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent restorative care personnel.
- Provide direct nursing care as needed based on departmental requirements.
- Ensure restorative care notes are informative and descriptive of treatments and resident responses.
- Develop and participate in in-service education and training programs for new personnel.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.
- Minimum of one year of experience in restorative care.
- Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices.
- Previous experience in long-term care is preferred.
Nice-to-haves
- Compassionate and empathetic personality.
Benefits
- Professional Work Environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
- Innovative Training Programs
