Director of Restorative RN LPN - Elevate Care North Branch

Elevate Care is seeking Restorative Nurse a to lead a team of long-term care professionals. This is a vital role in a facility with a positive community reputation, a history of successful outcomes, and an experienced cohesive team.

Are you a Restorative Nurse looking for a great career opportunity to gain invaluable experience? We invite you to join our dedicated team! We are looking for a Full-Time Restorative Nurse to join our team.

At Elevate Care, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer Restorative Nurses the following benefits:

•          Competitive wage
•          Affordable Health Plan (Medical, Dental and Life insurance available)
•          Great culture and work environment
•          401k (Matching)
•          Flexible Scheduling – We work with you!
•          Referral Bonus Program
•          Plus, more! Inquire with Elevate Care today

Description:

The Restorative Nurse is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring and supervision of the restorative nursing program for the facility. The Restorative Nurse is the liaison between formalized therapy and nursing. The Restorative Nurse promotes a restorative nursing philosophy among facility departments.

Responsibilities for the Restorative Nurse:

• Assists and participates in the development, organization and implementation of the philosophy, objectives, policies, procedures and standards of nursing care in accordance with the goals of the Care Center Facility care and the individual center.
• Confers with the Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing in assessing the quality of nursing care being delivered and recognizes the need of improving or changing nursing practices
• Makes daily rounds to evaluate patient care, the progress of individual employees, monitor nursing practices, and assist Human Resources with nursing and educational needs
• Performs or oversees functional evaluations on admission, quarterly and/or as clinically indicated. Consults with nurses in making recommendations for restorative plan of care. Works with nurses in developing restorative plan of care.
• Oversees that all restorative nursing measures are reflected on the care plan as an approach to the focus or need for which that are being completed.
• Reviews weekly documentation completed for residents receiving restorative services. Ensures that all proper ADL documentation has been completed for patients
• Attends care planning conferences and makes recommendations. Reports progress of restorative nursing measures.
• Attends Interdisciplinary/QAPI meeting as indicated to provide feedback and identify any residents for evaluation of restorative service needs.
• Actively participates in physical restraint reduction and fall management programs.
• Serve in the role of Medicare Services Coordinator (MDS Coordinator) as needed
• Puts patients first; ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights

  Qualifications for the Restorative Nurse:

• RN Registered Nurse or LPN Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Preferably Certified in Restorative Nursing with 60 hour Restorative Certification Restorative experience (Preferred)
• Knowledge and understanding of the MDS and PPS.
• Supervision and Leadership Critical Thinking Skills Development of Interpersonal Relationships with Residents/Families
• Must have proof of Covid-19 vaccination (Religious and/or Health Exemptions May be Available for Qualifying Employees)

Apply today for immediate consideration!

YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW!

Elevate Care is a fully integrated post-acute care consortium offering 24-hour skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, post-hospital recovery and many more clinical specialized programs. We not only provide the highest quality of care, we take it to the next level. Elevate Care is well known for our commitment to our employees, offering outstanding ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities, competitive pay rates, generous compensation packages and much more.

Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer