Activities Assistant - FT Day

Sanford Health • Park River, ND

2d • $15 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Strives to improve the quality of life for patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. 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.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
• Must be certified in CPR within six months of hire (depending on location).
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Requires a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license (depending on location, role classifies as Sanford Category I or II Driver).
• Must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per Sanford Driving Policy (depending on location).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in social services or creative activities are preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers the monthly activity calendar.
• Elicits patients/residents input into activity planning.
• Keeps activities well organized and upbeat.
• Follows all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities.
• Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures.
• Transports patients/residents to and from rooms.
• Assists with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED