Activities Assistant - Part Time Evenings - LTC

Sanford; Luverne (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Night/weekend differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance

Continuing education

Daily access to earnings

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health’s Good Samaritan - Luverne unit is hiring for an evening activity support role. The position supports resident engagement, coordinates activity calendars, and assists with basic nursing tasks and transport, under supervision.

A CNA background is preferred; CPR/BLS training is required or provided after hire. The job offers a flexible, team-based environment with union benefits, daily earnings access, and opportunities for advancement and education assistance within a robust

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred; geriatrics experience beneficial.
• CNA certification preferred; CPR/BLS training may be required; training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer monthly activity calendar and plan engaging activities.
• Gather input from patients/residents and keep activities organized and upbeat.
• Assist with simple nursing procedures and transport residents as needed.
• Document MDS and maintain communications with care teams.
• Demonstrate leadership to motivate staff and manage resources effectively.

Skills

CNA certification

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

BLS certification

Job description

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.

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

29

Compensation

Salary Range: $19.09 - $19.09

Union Position

Yes

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At Good Samaritan - Luverne Mary Jane Brown, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

What's in it for you

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details

• Evenings
• Fun environment. Open to all sorts of creativity.

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.

Job Description

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) 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 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.

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