Activity Coordinator- Part-Time

About the role

Provide an ongoing program of activities designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental and psychological well-being of each patient. Discharges duties in a professional manner while demonstrating values of respect, dignity, integrity and compassion. Actions are consistent with hospital policies and procedures and current standards/regulations governing nursing services and long term care.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date
• Completion of recreation specialist training course approved by State of West Virginia within 6 months (administered at Department level)

Preferred Qualifications

• Clerical experience

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs data entry and discharge tracking
• Provides care and education appropriate to the age of the patients served (Adult 18-79 years, Geriatric 80+ years)
• Maintains an understanding of treatment necessary for each patient and provides appropriate care based on their age specific needs
• Maintains communication in a professional manner including, but not limited to: establishes and maintains good rapport with patients, families, volunteers, and peers; provides emotional support to patient and family
• Attends in-services and other educational programs as required with special emphasis on programs related to the geriatric patient
• Attends and participates in at least three staff meetings
• Determines areas of self-improvement; writes developmental goals on performance appraisal yearly
• Provides activity in-service program for department
• Reviews and initials meeting minutes and postings in department
• Supports hospital and departmental cost containment efforts
• Plans, implements and evaluates activity program
• Provides individual and group activities which promote the maintenance to enhancement of the patient's quality of life
• Accurately completes specific areas of the minimum data set (MDS)
• Develops individualized plan of care with the patient
• Establishes measurable goals, evaluates plan of care and adjusts plan as needed
• Prepares calendar of activities one month in advance: activities vary per month with special events each month; activities are posted monthly
• Prepares and maintains activity records and reports
• Transports patients to and from activities
• Coordinates and supervises activities of volunteers
• Assists in the orientation and development of volunteers for Skilled Care
• Coordinates the daily activities and duties of the volunteers
• Orders supplies and equipment for activity program while working within departmental budget
• Participates in continuous improvement activities
• Fosters relationships with community groups and organizations to provide activities for the skilled patient

Physical Requirements

• Requires a wide range of body motion
• Moderate to heavy physical activity may be required, including lifting, pushing a loaded cart, and exercise type activities
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods required
• Finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination necessary
• Occasionally transports and carries items of moderate weight

Working Environment

• Work is performed on normal patient care units throughout the hospital
• There is some exposure to communicable diseases

Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to deal with emotional/stressful patients, families, and situations at times

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
• Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)