Activities Assistant - Long Term Care - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health Hillsboro Med Ctr in Hillsboro, ND is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our long‑term care team in a casual/PRN role on weekends.

You will plan and lead meaningful activities for residents, support their physical, emotional, and social well‑being, and assist with transporting residents. Light CNA duties are required; CPR/BLS as needed; driving may be required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; BLS required depending on location.
• Ability to transport patients is a requirement for some locations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead meaningful activities for residents.
• Assist with transporting residents to and from activities.
• Provide light CNA duties as required.
• Maintain the monthly activity calendar.
• Collaborate with care team to support wellbeing.

Skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Hillsboro Med Ctr
Location: Hillsboro, ND
Address: 12 3rd St SE, Hillsboro, ND 58045, USA
Shift: Weekend
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50

Department Details

The Hillsboro Care Center is looking for a caring and dependable Activities Assistant to join our long-term care team in a casual/PRN role!

This position helps plan and lead fun, meaningful activities for residents while supporting their physical, emotional, and social well-being. You will also assist with transporting residents to and from activities. Light CNA duties are required.

Ideal for someone looking to pick up shifts on the weekends!

If you enjoy working with seniors and making a difference in their daily lives, this is a perfect position for you!

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

Sanford 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] .

Sanford 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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