Restorative Nurse

The primary purpose of the Restorative Nurse is to oversee and deliver specialized care that helps residents maintain, regain, or maximize their physical independence and functional abilities after an illness, injury, or surgery. Unlike short-term intensive therapy, restorative nursing focuses on consistent, daily maintenance and structured practice to prevent functional decline

Essential

Duties

Care Plan Development: Design, implement, and update individualized Restorative Care Plans (RCP) based on resident assessments and physician orders

Rehabilitation & Mobility Support: Supervise or assist residents with walking (ambulation training), range-of-motion (ROM) exercises, balance training, and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with physical, occupational, and speech therapists, nursing staff, dietitians, and physicians to coordinate recovery and maintenance goals

Progress Tracking & Documentation: Monitor resident milestones, chart treatment activities, document functional changes, and report significant shifts in condition to the Director of Nursing (DON) or physician

Quality & Compliance: Participate in care planning conferences, QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) meetings, and Medicare/MDS coordination when required

Benefits Offered

Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more

$25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you

Paid Vacations - rolls over each year

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations

Full-time, Part-time, PRN available

Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more

Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you

Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments

Job

Requirements

Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN, LPN, or LVN in this state.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Experience

Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation nursing preferred

Skills

Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, patient education, and communication abilities