North Mobile Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Prichard , AL 36610
Posted 3 weeks ago
Summary:
Under the direction of the Activity Director, the Activity Aide assists in carrying out a planned activity program for residents. This position requires knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. The Activity Aide will assist in activities for geriatric residents with therapeutic, neurological, and medical needs. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and /or holidays.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Adjusts to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and family needs as it relates to the activity program.
Notifies the Activity Director of supplies needed for the operation of the activities programs.
Notifies the Activity Director of needed equipment repairs.
Assists in the supervision of volunteers during activity programs and parties.
Verifies that activity programs are completed timely per the Activity Schedule.
Responsible to invite residents to activity programs as appropriate and as determined in the Care Plan.
Maintains attendance records for resident activities on a daily basis.
Assists Activity Director with the seasonal dcor of the Facility.
Assists in transporting residents to and from activities.
Maintains and delivers department timesheets to the Activity Director.
Maintains an up-to-date list of residents' birth dates.
Performs light housekeeping tasks, such as clean-up following parties and programs.
Maintains a clean office and desk.
Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive, and calm manner.
Addresses family satisfaction issues timely and assists in resolving the matter in a professional manner.
Promptly reports issues or problems to Activity Director.
Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.
Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions.
Qualifications:
Education/Training: Must possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.
Experience: A minimum of three months' prior nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
North Mobile Nursing And Rehabilitation Center