Activities Assistant - South University - Full-Time Day

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Facility: South University Hospital Location: Fargo, ND Address: 1720 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Rotating Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 32.
00 Salary Range: $15.
00 - $22.
00 Department Details 32 hours a week while working every other weekend (4 hours Saturday/Sunday).
Assist Recreational Therapist in providing and planning adequate activities for patients with multiple diagnoses.
Facilitation different activities both individual and group for patients on the rehab unit.
Assisting in planning and facilitating our Sanford Brain Injury Support Group.
You will receive hospital experience with a diverse population of patients from ages from 14-100+ as well as various injuries (including but not limited to stroke, traumatic and acquired brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, trauma, etc.
).
Collaboration with various medical disciplines (nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, providers) You get to witness the progress of patients in their recovery process and being apart of the recovery process.
Job Summary Strives to improves the quality of life for the 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.
Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Experience in social services or creative activities are preferred.
Experience in geriatrics preferred.
Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
Preferred current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire.
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver s license.
Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.
Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
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If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.
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Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.
An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
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