Geriatric Activity & Wellness Coordinator

WVU Medicine; Weirton, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a skilled activities professional for our Weirton Skilled Nursing Facility. The role develops and evaluates the activity program, plans events, coordinates volunteers, and delivers age-appropriate patient activities to enhance quality of life.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and WV-approved recreation training. Expect 20 hours weekly with responsibilities spanning education, discharge tracking, and patient support.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Recreation specialist training course approved by State of West Virginia within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry and discharge tracking.
• Provides care and education appropriate to the age of the patients served. (Adult 18-79 years, Geriatric 80+ years)
• Maintains an understanding of treatment necessary for each patient and provides appropriate care based on their age specific needs.
• Maintains communication in a professional manner including, but not limited to: Establishes and maintains good rapport with patients, families, volunteers, and peers. Provides emotional support to patient and family.
• Attends in-services and other educational programs as required with special emphasis on programs related to the geriatric patient.
• Attends and participates in at least three staff meetings.
• Determines areas of self-improvement; writes developmental goals on performance appraisal yearly.
• Provides activity in-service program for department.
• Reviews and initials meeting minutes and postings in department.
• Supports hospital and departmental cost containment efforts.
• Plans, implements and evaluates activity program.
• Provides individual and group activities which promote the maintenance to enhancement of the patient's quality of life.
• Accurately completes specific areas of the minimum data set (MDS).
• Develops individualized plan of care with the patient.
• Establishes measurable goals, evaluates plan of care and adjusts plan as needed.
• Prepares calendar of activities one month in advance : Activities vary per month with special events each month Activities are posted monthly
• Prepares and maintains activity records and reports.
• Transports patients to and from activities.
• Coordinates and supervises activities of volunteers. Assists in the orientation and development of volunteers for Skilled Care. Coordinates the daily activities and duties of the volunteers.
• Orders supplies and equipment for activity program while working within departmental budget.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Fosters relationships with community groups and organizations to provide activities for the skilled patient.

Skills

Clerical experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days

Recreation specialist training approved by WV state

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking a skilled activities professional for our Weirton Skilled Nursing Facility. The role develops and evaluates the activity program, plans events, coordinates volunteers, and delivers age-appropriate patient activities to enhance quality of life.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and WV-approved recreation training. Expect 20 hours weekly with responsibilities spanning education, discharge tracking, and patient support.