Restorative Care Aide - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Finlandia Village- Finlandia Nursing Home Limited

Finlandia Village- Finlandia Nursing Home Limited

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Finlandia Village is dedicated to serving mature adults by providing affordable, high quality, comfortable, and secure living accommodations, along with opportunities for social, spiritual, cultural and recreational interaction within an independent, caring community.

Position Summary
Participates and implements physio and restorative care programs under the training of a certified physio therapist.

Maintains awareness of changes in the condition or behavior of residents in order to modify programs; notifies Director of Life Enrichment and nursing staff of observed changes.

Maintains records of initial assessments and programs for each resident and review and updates on a regular basis through Point Click Care and Activity Pro.

Plans, organizes and evaluates the physio and restorative programs.

Some Key Responsibilities

Liaises with the Nursing and Activation Department to structure group and individual restorative programs.
Implement and supervise programs as organized by a qualified therapist (O.T. /P.T.) Implement the structured restorative care programs maintained in the structured restorative care manuals.
Meet on a regular basis with the Director of Life Enrichment if needed to update and report. Meet for monthly activation/restorative care meetings.
Chart when applicable according to guidelines. Update lists including updating working lists with Nursing and Activity. Document daily stats.
Instrumental in promotion of the Restorative Care Programs as part of the resident's quality of life.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Life Enrichment.
Adheres to established department policies and procedures regarding quality, assurance, safety, environment, infection control, CPR training and WHMIS.
Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of the Finlandia Nursing Home Health and Safety Manual and associated Provincial Legislation and collective agreements.
Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of Finlandia's Resident Safety Policies.

Qualifications

Degree or Diploma in a Health-Related Field
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Some knowledge of techniques used in caring for the elderly is considered an asset
An acceptable Police Vulnerable Sector Check verified within the past six months (reimbursed by Finlandia Village)
2step TB test within the past six months (reimbursed by Finlandia Village)

Physical Demands

Standing sitting, portering, crouching, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching

If you would like to join a well-respected organization that has built a tradition of developing mutually rewarding relationships with our residents, employees, and the community we serve, please submit your resume.

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent

Salary:
From $18.20 per hour

Benefits: