Restorative Rehab Aide - West Meade Place at National HealthCare Corporation in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Rehab Aide at West Meade Place 

West Meade Place is looking for a Restorative Rehab Aide to join our team! The Restorative Rehab Aide is responsible for performing designated routine tasks related to the operation of the therapy services, and may assist with patient-related activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent..


2. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.


3. Ability to perform mental, physical and emotional requirements of the job.


4. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, families, and coworkers.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

1. Must be able to take direction from the professional staff in an accurate and supportive manner.


2. Ability to understand and follow the directions of the professional staff conscientiously and consistently.


3. Able to maintain patient confidentiality.


4. Must demonstrate emotional maturity and stability to cope with the demands of the position.


5. Must possess and exercise sound judgment pertaining to assigned duties


6. Perform tasks only within the scope of allowable duties.


7. Develop knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in rehabilitation.


8. Knowledge of possible hazards to patients during treatment and ability to follow hazard precautions.


9. Does not represent self as therapist or therapy assistant.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Able to tolerate being physically active the entire working day.


2. Able to lift 50 -60 pounds, as needed.


3. Able to lift, transfer, and guard patients safely, with appropriate level of assistance, and without possibility of injury to patient or self.


4. Able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift numerous times daily without fatigue.


5. Able to carry out fine motor and manual dexterity skills necessary for duties.


6. Mental acuity and judgment skills to adequately and safely perform job requirements.


7. Able to see and hear adequately in order to respond to auditory and visual indications of needs from patients and coworkers.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Complete assigned duties as instructed.


2. Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and professional work area.


3. Assist in maintaining safe and properly functioning equipment.


4. Communicate accurate information in written or verbal format.


5. Maintain stock of supplies and linens, clean and maintain equipment and maintain a safe, neat, and efficient working environment.


6. Perform general office procedures, as determined by the FRC/CRC.


7. Prepare patients for treatment and assist the therapists and assistants as requested.


8. Attend meetings and in-services as directed by the FRC/CRC.


9. Ensure patients are transported to and from the appropriate therapy department in a safe, appropriate, and timely manner.

West Meade Place offers a competitive compensation package for full time employment including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, uniforms, paid time off, 401 (k) with generous company match,  and more.  

We offer competitive rates and benefits for part time employment including dental, vision, disability insurance, uniforms, 401 (k) with generous company match, and more. 

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve. 

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at  nhccare.com/locations/west-meade-place/

EOE

Therapy/Rehab

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