Activities, Trips, Dances with Seniors
Denielle Stearns
Vermilion,OH
Summary
Dynamic Activities Director with extensive experience at Grace Management Group, excelling in event planning and resident engagement. Proven ability to enhance quality of life through innovative programming and strong relationship building. Skilled in compliance documentation and emergency preparedness, fostering a safe and vibrant community for seniors. Passionate about promoting physical and cognitive wellness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Director
Grace Management Group
01.2024 - Current
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Supported cognitive health through the implementation of brain fitness programs designed to stimulate mental acuity in older adults.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents by designing opportunities for group projects, discussion groups, game nights, and other shared experiences.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Promoted physical wellness by incorporating exercise classes into the daily schedule of activities available to residents.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of resident participation in activities.
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents, gaining insight into their personal histories and preferences in order to better serve their needs.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Organized seasonal celebrations that fostered a festive atmosphere within the facility while respecting cultural diversity.
- Coordinated volunteer programs that allowed community members to engage with facility residents in various capacities, enriching both parties' lives in the process.
- Facilitated support groups addressing specific concerns such as grief or chronic illness management, offering valuable resources for coping strategies.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
- Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
Patient Transporter
Bon Secours Mercy Health Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients within the hospital, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and medical protocol adherence.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
Personal Trainer
Bally Total Fitness Corporation
05.2001 - 04.2005
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Developed and implemented creative exercise programs to keep clients engaged and motivated.
- Developed healthy eating meal plans for clients to provide holistic approach.
- Implemented nutritional guidance alongside physical training plans, yielding more comprehensive results for clients'' overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with other fitness professionals to design effective cross-training programs.
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments, setting realistic goals for each client''s unique needs and abilities.
- Organized fun and engaging gym challenges to foster camaraderie among members and promote healthy competition.
- Assisted in the development of gym-wide events, increasing overall membership engagement.
- Offered nutritional guidance to complement fitness programs, contributing to improved client health outcomes.
- Developed and implemented innovative workout routines to keep clients engaged and prevent plateauing.
- Conducted regular follow-up with clients to track progress and adjust fitness plans as needed.
- Improved client retention by developing personalized fitness programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Maintained high standards of safety and cleanliness in training areas, minimizing risk of injury and promoting healthy workout environment.
- Enhanced gym community engagement by organizing and leading group fitness challenges and events.
- Boosted client confidence and skillset with targeted strength training and conditioning programs.
- Led recovery and flexibility sessions to reduce risk of injury and improve overall physical wellness.
- Increased overall gym revenue through effective upselling of personal training packages and nutritional supplements.
STNA PTA (in training)
Anchor Lodge
03.1999 - 09.2001
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Coordinated mealtime assistance for patients requiring feeding support, ensuring proper nutrition intake daily.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts through consistent implementation of prescribed therapeutic exercises.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of medications and treatments.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
Health, Food, Nutrition -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2004
High School Diploma -
Clearview High School
4700 Broadway Ave. Lorain Ohio 4405506-1992
Skills
- Facility management
- Calendar management
- Event planning
- Event coordination
- Newsletter preparation
- Emergency preparedness
- Inventory ordering
- Senior living experience
- Mobility support
- Mobility assistance
- Resident support
- Senior activities experience
- Activity organization
- Organizational skills
- Small group leadership
- Therapy planning
- Accident response
- Participant monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Social media management
- Event promotion
Verbal and written communication
Customer/Client relations
Mail handling
Maintaining cleanliness
HIPAA compliance
Front desk operations
Paperwork coordination
Patient relations
Pre-hospital care
Affiliations
- Lorain County Pit Crew
- PetResQ Ohio
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off4-day work weekPaid sick leave401k matchPersonal development programsQuote
Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.
Gail Sheehy
Interests
Picnics and Gatherings
Art Deco, Ceramics, Painting
Caring for Seniors
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Activities Director
Grace Management Group
01.2024 - Current
Patient Transporter
Bon Secours Mercy Health Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022
Personal Trainer
Bally Total Fitness Corporation
05.2001 - 04.2005
STNA PTA (in training)
Anchor Lodge
03.1999 - 09.2001
Health, Food, Nutrition -
The Ohio State University
High School Diploma -
Clearview High School
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