Activities Assistant - PRN - Luther Manor

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

11d

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 input from patients and residents, and keeps activities organized and upbeat while following required state activities, including music, crafts, and spiritual activities. The assistant participates in activities suited to the patient, department, and residents to support optimal functioning while maintaining dignity and identity. The role also assists with simple nursing procedures, transports patients and residents to and from rooms, and assists with MDS and EPIC documentation. Work shifts vary. Weekday pickup shifts are 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. or 11:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday shifts are 8:30/9 a.m.–4:30/5 p.m.; Sunday shifts are 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Demonstrate the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision.
Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate leadership abilities to develop and motivate people.
Possess the ability to work with strong-willed patients or residents and/or behavioral issues.
Maintain strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Prioritize responsibilities while working autonomously.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required based on location. Depending on location, new employees attend CPR training and must be certified within six months of hire.
Depending on location, the role is classified as a Sanford Category I or II Driver and requires a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver’s license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions under Sanford’s Driving Policy.

Nice To Haves

Experience in social services or creative activities.
Experience in geriatrics.
Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
Current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or current enrollment as a student in a healthcare-related program.

Responsibilities

Administer the monthly activity calendar.
Regularly elicit patient and resident input into activity planning.
Keep activities well organized and upbeat, following state-required activities such as music, crafts, and spiritual activities.
Participate in activities appropriate for the patient, department, and residents to support optimal functioning while maintaining dignity and identity.
Assist with simple nursing procedures.
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 design of work processes.