Activities Assistant - PRN

sanford; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Mandan, ND is seeking a patient activity assistant to organize and lead engaging one-on-one and group activities for residents. You will help plan monthly calendars, gather input from patients, and ensure activities align with state requirements while maintaining dignity and identity.

The role involves assisting with simple nursing procedures, transporting patients, and supporting documentation in MDS/EPIC.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in social services or creative activities is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location; CPR training may be needed within six months.

Responsibilities

• Administers the monthly activity calendar.
• Elicits patient/input into activity planning and keeps activities organized and upbeat.
• Assist with simple nursing procedures and transportation of patients/residents.
• Support MDS/EPIC documentation and follow instructions under supervision.
• Demonstrates leadership to develop and motivate people and manage resources.

Skills

Excellent communication

Autonomy as needed

One-on-one and group activities

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $14.50 - $22.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

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)/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.

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