Activities Assistant - PRN - Miller Pointe

sanford; Mandan (ND); Vor Ort; USD 20.000 - 31.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sanford Health in Mandan, North Dakota, seeks an Activity Aide to provide engaging activities for patients and residents during the evening shift. The role emphasizes one-on-one and group activities, calendar coordination, and preserving dignity and identity.

Responsibilities include planning events, assisting with simple nursing tasks, supporting MDS/EPIC documentation, and maintaining safety. A high school diploma and experience in social services or geriatrics are preferred; CNA and CPR

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred
• Experience in social services or creative activities is preferred
• Experience in geriatrics preferred
• Knowledge of working with diverse resident demographics is helpful
• CNA certification preferred or student in healthcare program
• BLS certification required or location-based requirement
• CPR training may be required within six months of hire
• Must meet Sanford driving policy and have valid driver’s license

Aufgaben

• Administers the monthly activity calendar and plans activities based on resident input
• Engages residents in age-appropriate activities including music, crafts and spiritual activities
• Participates in activities to support residents and maintain dignity and identity
• Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting residents between rooms
• Assists with MDS/EPIC documentation
• Demonstrates leadership and strong communication skills
• Works autonomously while following written and verbal instructions
• Plans and oversees resource use and workflow processes

Kenntnisse

High school diploma

Social services experience

Geriatrics experience

BLS/CPR training

CNA preferred

Driver's license

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Healthcare-related program enrollment

Jobbeschreibung

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:

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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