DIONNE RICE
San Leandro,Ca.
Summary
Accomplished and energetic Healthcare Worker with a solid history of achievement in SNF Activities and some Social Work experience. I am a motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Seasoned healthcare professional with over twenty years of experience in SNF healthcare dedicated to upholding federal, state, and HIPAA regulations while maintaining patient privacy. Organized Activity Director with 24-year track record of planning, organizing and administering activities in Skilled Nursing 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. Sympathetic Activity Director with a passion for conducting recreational and therapeutic activities. In-depth understanding of skill-based programs and activities. Strong program management skills with a 24-year history of building effective recreational programs to meet community needs. Great at planning and running entertaining programs as an accomplished Department Head. Offers record of success in increasing participation with empowered staff and fresh offerings for new interests. Excels and handles back-end paperwork, finances, and supply management. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills Great at planning and running entertaining programs as an accomplished Activity Manager. Offers record of success in increasing participation with empowered staff and fresh offerings for new interests. Excels and handles back-end paperwork, finances and supply management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Manager
Crown Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinate volunteer program, plan and implement monthly activities, supervise staff and daily group activities, assess and care plan residents’ physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and limitations, attend and participate in IDT meetings (i.e
- Care conferences), facilitate monthly resident council meetings, complete quarterly and annual assessments and (change of condition) assessments, coordinate specialized programs (fall prevention sensory program)
- Inventory activity supplies and manage monthly budget
- Hire and train employees, provide staff in-service education about the importance of social activities for residents, and perform duties as weekend manager in the absence of facility Administrator to improve quality of care.
Activity Manager
Vale Healthcare Center Fruitvale Operating Co.
08.2010 - 03.2021
- Hire, train and supervise up to (8) employees
- Evaluate employee performances, coordinate volunteer program, plan and implement monthly/daily group activities designed to meet residents’ needs on an individual basis to promote social, physical, mental and spiritual health, attend IDT meetings, Quality Assurance Meetings, and Patient Care Conferences, implement residents’ right and assist residents with facilitation of Resident Council meetings to ensure all concerns and grievances are resolved in a timely manner, coordinate facility events and special projects, complete documentation in accordance with state and federal law, manage facility in absence of Executive Director (manager on duty).
Activity Assistant
Kaiser Post Acute Care Center
08.2005 - 01.2021
- Complete all required activity documentation, transport residents to and from group activities, facilitate group activities and encourage active participation within residents’ capabilities, implement residents’ rights, assist activity director in arranging transportation for patient appointments.
- Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
- Provided compassionate support for residents experiencing emotional challenges or undergoing personal transitions within their living environment.
- Coordinated volunteer involvement in activities, increasing community connections and fostering positive experiences for all involved parties.
Activity Director
Driftwood Healthcare Center
08.2005 - 08.2010
- Complete all required activity documentation, participate in IDT meetings for residents’ progress, coordinate facility events and special projects, design activity programming to meet the individual need of residents, coordinate volunteer program procedures, facilitate activity in-services for staff education, hire, train and evaluate employee performances as well as approval of time off and vacation requests.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of activity programs through ongoing assessment and feedback from residents, families, and staff members.
- Enhanced resident engagement by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Trained new activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults.
- Integrated cognitive stimulation techniques into daily programming for improved mental health outcomes among participants suffering from dementia or related conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Cal State East Bay University
Hayward, Ca.05.2024
Enrolled in Chabot College transfer program since 2017 - AA in Psychology
Chabot College
Hayward, Ca.05.2022
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Chabot College
Hayward, CA05.2022
Liberal Arts Associate Degree (transfer) - Human Development
Chabot College
Hayward12.2021
Social Services Designee Certification Course -
Samuel Merritt College
Oakland, CA12.2002
Activity Coordinator Certification Course -
Chabot College
Hayward, CA12.2001
Early Childhood Education -
Samuel Merritt College
Oakland, CA08.1998
Skills
- Strategic problem solver
- Excellent leadership skills
- Self-sufficient
- Professional appearance
- Strategic with assessing and care planning patients to provide quality care
- Internet savvy
- Type 40wpm
- Articulate communicator proficient in providing full-range support to team and leading efficiently
- Team Management
- Organizational Skills
- Event planning experience
- Activity Organization
- Understanding of budgeting
- Program Development
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Attention to Detail
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Training
Accomplishments
- Supervised up to a team of 8 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 14 in the development of patient care planning and quality of care services.
Awards
- Dean’s List Student/Cal State East Bay-2023 Fall Semester
- Social Justice Scholar Advanced Badge/Cal State East Bay-2022
- Dean’s List Student/Cal State East Bay-2022 Fall Semester
- Activity Director of the Year-2019, 2017, 2015
- Weekend Manager of the Year-2016
- Manager of the Year-2016
Volunteer Experience
LBFE- Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly San Francisco, 05/2023-, Make weekly phone calls to an older adult who experiencing social isolation to establish an ongoing friendship and reassure older adults that they are remembered and loved.
Weekend manager of the year Award
Worked closely with Social Services, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Dietary, MDS, Medical Records, and. Business Office
Timeline
Activity Manager
Crown Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - Current
Activity Manager
Vale Healthcare Center Fruitvale Operating Co.
08.2010 - 03.2021
Activity Assistant
Kaiser Post Acute Care Center
08.2005 - 01.2021
Activity Director
Driftwood Healthcare Center
08.2005 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Cal State East Bay University
Enrolled in Chabot College transfer program since 2017 - AA in Psychology
Chabot College
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Chabot College
Liberal Arts Associate Degree (transfer) - Human Development
Chabot College
Social Services Designee Certification Course -
Samuel Merritt College
Activity Coordinator Certification Course -
Chabot College
Early Childhood Education -
Samuel Merritt College
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