Activities Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan; Oakes (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Oakes is a 46-bed skilled nursing facility that provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation and therapies in a not-for-profit, Christian environment. We offer meaningful activities to improve residents’ quality of life and dignity, with a schedule that includes day shifts and an every-other-weekend/holiday rotation.

The role involves leading activities, coordinating the monthly calendar, and collaborating with care teams to support residents.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or student in healthcare program preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; CPR training within six months of hire.
• Depending on location, may require motor vehicle report and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Strives to improve the quality of life for patients/residents by providing meaningful activities and interventions.
• Administers the monthly activity calendar and coordinates group or one-on-one activities.
• Solicits input from patients/residents and maintains organized, upbeat activities while following state requirements.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents when needed; supports documentation in EPIC.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

CPR training within 6 months of hire

Driver's license and DMV check if required by location

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS ND Oakes

Location: Oakes, ND

Address: 213 9th St N, Oakes, ND 58474, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50

Department Details

Join Good Samaritan Oakes, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services. This 46-bed skilled nursing facility provides long-term care, short-term care rehabilitation, physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

What We Offer

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement and career growth opportunities
• Education assistance and continuing education programs
• Daily access to earned wages
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible full- and part-time employees
• Shift: Days
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Job Summary

Strives to improves the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. Administers the monthly activity calendar. Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities. Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity. Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents to and from rooms. Assists with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation. Displays creativity and resourcefulness. Demonstrates the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision. Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrates leadership abilities to develop and motivate people. Possesses the ability to work with strong willed patients/residents and/or behavioral issues. Maintains strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills. Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously. Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience in social services or creative activities are preferred. Experience in geriatrics preferred. Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.

Preferred current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location. Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

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