Evening Activities Coordinator for Senior Wellness

Good Samaritan; Washburn (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Mandan, ND is seeking an evening, part-time activity assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through one-on-one and group activities, following a monthly calendar and state requirements.

The role includes assisting with simple nursing tasks and transporting residents, documenting in EPIC, and planning engaging activities while maintaining residents' dignity and identity. CPR/BLS and driving qualifications may apply based on location.

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Good Samaritan in Mandan, ND is seeking an evening, part-time activity assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through one-on-one and group activities, following a monthly calendar and state requirements.

The role includes assisting with simple nursing tasks and transporting residents, documenting in EPIC, and planning engaging activities while maintaining residents' dignity and identity. CPR/BLS and driving qualifications may apply based on location.