Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing

St. Elizabeth Healthcare; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Activities Assistant for their Skilled Nursing unit. The role involves planning and coordinating activities for residents, ensuring their physical and mental well-being. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience with the elderly. Join a supportive team that values empathy and organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a social/recreational program involving the elderly population.
• Knowledge of LTC regulatory standards governing activity programs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for documentation on activity programs.
• Contributing to the development of the comprehensive care plan.
• Coordinates activities with other disciplines.

Skills

Empathy

Organization

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

22

Job Summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Activities Assistant for our Skilled Nursing unit located within Ft. Thomas Hospital.

Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing

Shift Hours: Part Time, 22 hours/week, 9A-4P with flexibility

Job Description

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The Activities Assistant provides for the ongoing program of activities designed to meet the interest choice and preferences as well as to meet the interest of and support the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident, encouraging both independence and interaction in the community, as well as the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Implementation

• Responsible for carry out and documentation on the type and frequency of activity programs (1 to 1, group, self-directed).
• Adjusts 1:1 activities to meet the needs of the current residents
  
  

Care Planning and Monitoring

• Contributing to the development of the comprehensive care plan.
• Monitor resident involvement in daily activities.
• Participate in twice weekly Medicare meeting with IDT when scheduled allows.
  
  

Assessment

• Completion of activity assessment, progress notes, MDS and Care Plan within established time frame.
• Responsible for communication with IDT regarding individual resident changes in activity type and/or frequency.
  
  

Scheduling

• Coordinates activities with other disciplines to ensure maximum benefit to residents and staff support.
• Assistance with distribution of monthly activity calendar.
  
  

Innovation

• Identifies ways to enhance skills through continuing education.
• Designs person appropriate activities relevant to the specific needs, interests, culture, background, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education, Credentials, Licenses

• High School Diploma
  
  

Specialized Knowledge

• Awareness, knowledge and interest in gerontology. Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate multiple programs over time. Knowledge of LTC regulatory standards governing activity programs.
  
  

Kind And Length Of Experience

• Experience in a social/recreational program involving the elderly population
  
  

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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