Activities Aide - Part-Time - Skilled Nursing Facility (sluhn)

Job Description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Activities Aide supports the activities director with the day to day functions of the activities department. Assists with day trips, crafts, etc. Provides clerical support to the long term care department.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Makes all preparations for each activity

• Makes sure that all equipment is cleaned and put away after each activity

• Decorates the unit for seasonal and special events

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• Orders supplies, materials and equipment needed in order to efficiently conduct and provide activities

• Keeps daily activity documentation records on all residents, recording accurately, thoroughly and consistently

• Communicates the needs of residents/patients, equipment, scheduling and any other pertinent information to the Activities Director and/or Director of Nursing by verbal, written or other acceptable communication

• Reports deviations from planned activities and events to the Activities Director

• Assists with any restorative programs as directed by the Restorative Nursing Coordinator.

• Acts a liaison between the Nursing Department and the Activities Department

• Facilitates in a timely and efficient manner group programs as assigned in accordance with the group program plan

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants will be evaluated through a pre-employment Physical Therapy Back School and Body Mechanics Screen test.  Below is a list of the specific tasks and the strength requirements necessary to perform the tasks.

Leg Lift …..  80 lbs. Torso Lift ……  30 lbs. Over Head Lift …… 30 lbs. Near Waist …… 65 lbs. Push Out ……. 26 lbs. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Hear as it relates to normal conversation, and high and low frequencies.

See as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Frequently stoop and bend. Communicate effectively. Able to withstand stressful situations and deal effectively with them. Able to lift and move residents/patients using proper body mechanics.         

Ability to withstand high stress situations.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One year experience working in a long term care facility or adult day care center, or a medical surgical environment with the geriatric populace is desirable.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.