Recreation Assistant/CNA at UnityPoint Health

Sioux City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recreational Activities, Personal Care, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Basic Computer Skills, Documentation, Supervision, Activity Planning, Safety Procedures, Laundry Service, Patient Assistance, Risk Reporting, ADL Assistance, Participant Engagement, Equipment Handling, Behavior Reporting

Industry

Description

Overview Recreation Assistant/CNA PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Monday-Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM Full Time Benefits Under the supervision of the Program Manager-PACE works with the Recreation Coordinators in providing recreational services and ADL (activities of daily living) assistance as needed to participants attending the PACE center. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Recreation Activities• Assists with the planning, preparation and implementation of individual activities, group activities, special events and outings as needed.• Assists in the safe supervision of participants at the Siouxland PACE Center, special events and outings.• Assists in daily clean-up and sanitation of the recreation areas.• Completes documentation, under the direction of the Recreation Coordinators, which includes, activity participation records, reporting and recording PPT disruptive behaviors, and recording supplies sent home with PPTs.• Provides ongoing input to the Recreation Coordinator of participant participation in activities or refusal to participate. Reports PPT concerns to Recreation Coordinators for follow up.• Completes risk reports per company policy.Personal Care/ADLs• Assists participants with personal care, toileting, showers and cueing or feeding as needed. May involve using stand aid or Hoyer Lift.• Assists with laundry service done at the PACE Center.• Ensures oxygen concentrators and tubing is available for oxygen dependent PPTs attending the PACE Center. • Assists participants to and from activity areas. May involve pushing wheel chairs and assisting participants with walkers and gait belt as needed. Qualifications Education High School Diploma, GED or applicable work experience. Completion of a nursing assistant training program totaling at least 75 hours License(s)/Certification(s) Maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Maintain Mandatory Reporter status Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to follow instructions and take direction.Good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members in a team effort for the benefit of Siouxland PACE participants.Basic computer skills-working knowledge of Microsoft office. OtherRecreational Assistants may be required to utilize stand aid or Hoyer lift to assist in PPT transfers.

Responsibilities

The Recreation Assistant/CNA assists in planning and implementing recreational activities and provides assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) for participants. They also ensure the safety and supervision of participants during activities and outings.