CNA/Recreation Aide - Amsterdam - New York, NY

The Adult Day Care Program at Amsterdam Nursing Home is hiring a Spanish-Speaking Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) / Recreation Aide for our facility in the heart of New York City.

Hours: Thursday & Friday

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DUTIES

• Assist with the implementation of recreational activities and programs for Residents, with a focus on individual interests and needs
• Work directly with Residents on units and encourage participation in daily activities
• Facilitate Resident participation in programming, recreational activities, events, and parties
• Assist the Recreation Director and recreation staff with setting up, implementing, and cleaning up programs as needed
• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment for activities as requested
• Set up program areas and assist recreation staff with activities
• Keep daily attendance and document Resident participation in recreational programs
• Assist Residents to program locations and safely return them to their appropriate units
• Transport Residents within the facility as needed
• Report any health concerns or changes in Residents’ condition to the supervising nurse
• Set up meal trays and accurately document food and fluid intake
• Assist with feeding Residents and serving nutritional supplements
• Collaborate with the Recreation Director to create and modify the recreation calendar and coordinate with outside parties for recreational activities
• Distribute recreation calendars and communicate program schedules to Residents and staff
• Assist with event and party planning and implementation
• Maintain confidentiality of all Resident and Facility information
• Be familiar with and follow established emergency procedures
• Work collaboratively with nursing, recreation, and other facility staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Positive attitude and energy is a must!!
• Successful completion of a CNA program
• Current CNA State Certification
• Must be in good standing with the State Registry
• Bilingual - English/Spanish required
• Experience with activities in a healthcare setting or college coursework in Recreation Therapy preferred
• Previous experience working with the geriatric population preferred
• Proficient computer skills
• Knowledge of APIE (Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) preferred
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to multitask
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage Residents and encourage participation in activities

ABOUT US

With Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine among its neighbors, Amsterdam House is located on Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street in New York City. The essence of Amsterdam includes a unique combination of old-world charm, comfortable surroundings, and state-of-the-art clinical care. Our longstanding tradition of caring is carried out by an exceptional staff who are dedicated to the healing arts, providing each Resident with the opportunity to thrive and achieve maximum comfort. Our reputation tells the story of our success. Having consistently earned a 5-star rating from CMS, we are proud to be ranked among the best nursing homes by the US News and World Report.

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