Activities Aide CNA

Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center; Huntingdon (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/vision insurance

401K plan

HSA/FSA options

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment options

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support the Resident Activity Aide role and enrich residents' daily lives through person-centered activities.

You will assist with activity planning, lead small and large group sessions, document participation in medical records, and collaborate with the care team to foster a caring, engaging environment for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Active TN CNA license is required.
• Good listener with strong communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and work with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist the activity director and support resident programming.
• Engage residents in one-to-one, small group, and large group activities.
• Document participation and outcomes in the medical record.
• Create and post monthly activity calendars and assist with special events.
• Foster community and well-being through biopsychosocial approaches.

Skills

CNA soft skills

Strong communication

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Education

TN CNA license

Job description

Facility: Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center

If you are a Certified Nursing Assistant and love enriching the lives of residents, embark on a fulfilling healthcare career with us and become part of a team that truly values your contributions. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

Why Choose Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center?

• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• AHCA 2025 Bronze National Quality Award Winner

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Start rewarding and stable career with Huntingdon Health and Rehabilitation Center today!

Summary

The Resident Activity Aide organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one to one intervention, small group facilitation and large group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record.

Essential Functions

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.
• Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.
• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Utilizes a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such a pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, etc.
• Assists with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.
• Develops and posts monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and families.
• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms.
• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Stores activity equipment and supplies and cleans area after conclusion of the activity.
• Utilizes the Biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Hold an active Certified Nursing Assistant license in TN
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener.
• Builds rapport easily.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.