Activities Assistant - Full Time Days - Luther Manor

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

14h

About The Position

The Activities Assistant strives to improve patients’ and residents’ quality of life by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. The role administers the monthly activity calendar, regularly gathers patient and resident input for activity planning, and keeps activities organized and upbeat. Activities include state-required programming such as music, crafts, and spiritual activities. The assistant participates in activities appropriate to the patients, department, and residents to support optimal functioning while maintaining dignity and identity. The role also assists with simple nursing procedures, transportation to and from rooms, and Minimum Data Set (MDS) and EPIC documentation. The position works under close supervision while prioritizing responsibilities and may work every third weekend, with occasional evening shifts.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
Experience in social services or creative activities is preferred.
Geriatrics experience is preferred.
Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required based on location; depending on location, new employees must attend CPR training and obtain certification within six months of hire.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
Depending on location, the role may require a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and motivate people, work with strong-willed residents and behavioral issues, and use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work autonomously.

Nice To Haves

Current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or current enrollment as a student in a healthcare-related program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer the monthly activity calendar.
Regularly elicit patient and resident input into activity planning and keep activities organized and upbeat.
Provide state-required activities, including music, crafts, and spiritual activities.
Participate in activities appropriate for patients, the department, and residents to support optimal functioning while maintaining dignity and identity.
Assist with simple nursing procedures and transport patients and residents to and from rooms.
Assist with Minimum Data Set (MDS) and EPIC documentation.
Plan and oversee the utilization of resources and the design of work processes.
Work every third weekend and, at times, an evening shift.