Jennifer Rackers
Activities Manager
Rolla,MO
Summary
Selfless Activity Director with strong talents in planning and executing daily activities and encouraging resident participation. Adept at managing a monthly calendar, personalizing activities, coordinating volunteers and handling activity budgets. Outstanding people skills and react calmly to emergency situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
StoneBridge Senior Living (Oak Tree)
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Home Health Aide
Trusted Home Care
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Activities Manager
Oak Pointe of Rolla
Rolla, MO
12.2020 - 11.2023
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Provided safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
Activity Director
General Baptist Nursing Home
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
Activities Assistant
StoneBridge Senior Living (Oak Tree)
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
Lifestyle Coordinator
Victorian Place of Cuba
Cuba, MO
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of assisted living residents.
- Prepared rooms, equipment and supplies and maintained clean activity area to foster welcoming environment and maximize participation.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
Education
No Degree - Activities
Missouri Association of Nursing Home Administrator
Jefferson City, MO10.2014
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO10.1998
High School Diploma -
Shelby County R-IV
Shelbina, MO05.1998
Skills
- Financial Management
- Time Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Business Development Understanding
- Staff Supervision
- Resident Satisfaction
- Orientating and Training
- Scheduling and Coordinating
Certification
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CDP- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Lifestyle Coordinator
Victorian Place of Cuba
12.2023 - Current
Activities Manager
Oak Pointe of Rolla
12.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Medication Technician
StoneBridge Senior Living (Oak Tree)
10.2020 - 12.2020
Home Health Aide
Trusted Home Care
10.2020 - 12.2020
Activity Director
General Baptist Nursing Home
11.2019 - 09.2020
Activities Assistant
StoneBridge Senior Living (Oak Tree)
01.2018 - 11.2019
No Degree - Activities
Missouri Association of Nursing Home Administrator
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Moberly Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Shelby County R-IV
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CDP- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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