The best thing about this role
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
What you'll do
The primary purpose of the Activities CNA, Non-Driver is to assist the Activities Director in the implementation and planning of group and individual activities.
Assist Activities Director in all areas
Taking daily attendance of group and individual resident contact
Maintaining, sorting, and distributing Mid-York books and CAB materials and setting up CAB materials for residents
Maintain storage areas, equipment and supplies
Perform Initial Assessment on new admissions to the Nursing Home
Distribute materials and assist the residents involved in singular activities
Sort and maintain magazines and jigsaw puzzles in small recreation areas
Regular consultation with Activities Director regarding program ideas and resident and volunteer involvement. Discussion of resident care conference concerns relative to the department; specific resident attendance, leisure needs and capabilities
Assisting the Director in compiling lists for specific residents involved in activities
Devise, prepare, and instruct group and individual programs
Keep activities areas neat and clean
Become familiar with the New York State Code for Activities
Assist the Activities Director in placing Activities Department documentation on residents' medical charts
Prepare Quarterly progress notes to be signed by the Activities Director
Regular contact with residents, families, community organizations volunteers and nursing home staff
Regular, consistent individual contact with residents
Informing staff and residents of date, time and location of group activities
Preparation of materials for scheduled group activities
Room preparation for group activities
Transport residents to and from group activities
Run group activity
Ongoing knowledge of residents without photographic permission, residents who have dietary restrictions, residents scheduled for appointments or involved with rehabilitation services
Clean-up of group activities, and storage of materials
Post and distribute monthly calendars to staff, residents, volunteers, and family contacts
Writing, posting of departmental notices, making copies, collating volunteer or news calendar materials, distributing notices or requests to other departments
Decorating of nursing units and bulletin boards
Complete MDS 3.0 Care plan for all residents that include Initial Assessment and quarterly progress notes
Attend Care Conferences
Assist with residents Council Meetings and functions
Coordinate volunteer services i.e. mailings, calling for help with outings, etc.
Baking and Cooking programs; assist with special events
Assist with outings such as shopping, luncheons, field trips, etc.
Transport residents off and on the vans; use proper van-hook ups of wheelchairs for residents
Calculate monthly and annual statistics
Complete arrangements for outings; notify vendor of time, date, number of participants and any special needs (toileting purposes) for residents
Any other tasks or duties as assigned
Attend all required in-services and follows all department and facility policies regarding personal protective equipment
Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow HIPAA and HIV regulations
What we need from you
Experience:
6 months experience with geriatric patients or experience in activities or related field, preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
Current NYS Nurse Aide Certification, required
**Or
NYS Licensure as an LPN, required
Skills:
Accountability
Accuracy
Attention to Detail
Clinical Skills
Communication
Creative Thinking
Computer Skills
Facilitate
Gathering/Extracting Information
Interacting with People
Listening
Maintain Files
Multi-Tasking
Patience
Organizing/Categorizing Records
Reliability
Responsibility
Time Management
Physical Requirements:
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
Occasional balancing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing
Frequent climbing, typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, pulling, pushing, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, walking
Hazards:
Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, burns, chemical
Working Conditions:
Occasional noise
Travel:
Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis
Total Rewards
Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:
Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
Pay Transparency
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.
Pay Range Minimum:
USD $18.02/Hr.
Pay Range Maximum:
USD $27.03/Hr.
We love the difference people bring
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
