Brandi Spires
Jackson,MS
Summary
Organized Activity Director with a 11-year track record of planning, organizing and administering activities in long & short term care setting. Strong experience in coordinating and executing events and activities. Skilled in developing personal bonds with staff and residents. Committed to adhering to state compliance requirements for conducting activities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Director
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2017.02 - Current
- Develop individual residents care plans, including assessments and evaluations
- Plan activity calendar of monthly activities, community outings, and events
- Assist residents to and from activities of choice
- Daily documentation
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Implement recreation interventions for varying needs
- Assist with decorations for holidays, seasons, and special events
Activity Assistant
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2013.02 - 2017.02
- Boosted social interaction among residents through the organization of group events and outings.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises, promoting increased mobility and functional independence among participants.
- Documented participant progress, providing valuable data for care plan adjustments and future activity planning.
- Conducted sensory stimulation activities for memory care patients, improving mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
- Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
CNA
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2009.05 - Current
- Provided primary resident care and and assistance with daily activities
- Completed daily documentation
- Assist residents to and from activities of daily living
- Provided caring companionship to the elderly and disabled residents.
CNA
Cottage Grove Nursing Home
2004.02 - 2007.03
- Daily documentation of activity participation and ADLs
- Implement recreation interventions for varying needs
- Provided mental and physical stimulation to residents
- Provided primary resident care and assistance with ADLs
Education
High School Diploma -
Wilkinson County High School
Woodville, MS05.2000
Psychology - Minor: Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
Jackson, MSSkills
- Knowledge of state compliance requirements for conducting activities
- Ability to evaluate residents' needs and conduct group activities
- Knowledge and capability in completing activities assessments, charting care plans, progress notes, and MDS 3.0 in LTC.
- Experience in planning, organizing, and conducting recreational programs for residents
- Enthusiastic caregiver
- Some medical terminology knowledge
- Leadership Development
- Employee Retention
- Performance Appraisal
- Recruitment and hiring
- Exit Interviews
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- CNA Licensure, June 2004
- 40 Hour Basic Activity Course - May 2016
Timeline
Activity Director
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2017.02 - Current
Activity Assistant
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2013.02 - 2017.02
CNA
Chadwick Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2009.05 - Current
CNA
Cottage Grove Nursing Home
2004.02 - 2007.03
High School Diploma -
Wilkinson County High School
Psychology - Minor: Criminal Justice
Jackson State University
- CNA Licensure, June 2004
- 40 Hour Basic Activity Course - May 2016
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