PrentiSha Williams
Hemet,CA
Summary
Experienced Activity Director with over 10 years in activity coordination and CNA support. Expertise in staff scheduling, budget management, resident documentation, and compliance with safety standards. Proven ability to design and implement innovative programming that enhances residents' quality of life. First-aid certified with a valid driver's license.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Vista Real Post Acute
Beaumont, California
05.2013 - 11.2023
- Supported resident activity calendars at Vista Real Post Acute.
- Assisted with daily enrichment programs for skilled nursing and rehabilitation residents.
- Coordinated holiday celebrations, outings, and sensory programs, enhancing resident engagement and social interaction.
- Helped plan recreation activities tailored to resident interests and care plans.
- Created monthly activity calendars with a variety of recreational options.
- Organized events such as holiday parties, bingo nights, and movie screenings.
- Tracked participant attendance and documented progress notes to ensure tailored activity planning and resident satisfaction.
- Modified activities and created new ones to address participants' evolving needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff on resident engagement and behavior support.
- Maintained compliance with Vista Real Post Acute activity guidelines and standards.
- Handled budgetary concerns, keeping activities affordable.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations regarding safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Partnered with departments to design and implement interdisciplinary programming, fostering a holistic approach to resident care.
- Recorded activity participation and resident responses in facility records.
- Interviewed and hired associates to fill staff vacancies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Grove Healthcare
Beaumont, California
05.2013 - 09.2021
- Quality resident care delivered daily at Palm Grove Healthcare, supporting comfort and dignity.
- Timely vital-sign monitoring supported early reporting of condition changes to nursing staff.
- Safe assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting helped maintain resident independence.
- Proper repositioning and transfers reduced risk during movement and mobility support.
- Documented care notes and resident status accurately, facilitating effective clinical decision-making.
- Responded promptly to call lights, ensuring calm and respectful support for resident needs.
- Meal service and hydration support contributed to nutrition and resident well-being.
- Implemented infection control practices, ensuring clean and safe environments for resident care.
- Answered call lights quickly, ensuring patient needs were met.
- Vital-sign checks, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate, supported ongoing assessment.
- Unusual symptoms and changes were reported to charge nurse for timely action.
- Personal care support, including shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene, promoted healthy habits.
- Safe turning and repositioning helped prevent pressure ulcers.
- Ambulation support with appropriate equipment promoted safe mobility.
- Ensured timely response to urgent needs for effective patient support. to sudden illness or injury supported emergency care needs.
- Water and nourishment distribution supported resident intake throughout shift.
- Detailed documentation of care, condition, progress, and problems supported medical review.
- Activity preparation assistance supported resident participation in social programs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highland Springs Care Center
Beaumont, California
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, promoting independence in personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation.
- Repositioned residents to enhance comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Supported meal service and fed residents needing assistance
- Ensured residents remained hydrated by distributing water regularly and nourishment to residents.
- Documented daily care activities in patient records
- Maintained accurate patient records to ensure continuity of care and timely medical interventions.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Responded to call lights and resident requests promptly
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Ensured patient rooms were clean and ready for use, beds, and care supplies
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA06-2012
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Moreno Valley, CA06-1998
Skills
- Activity planning
- Recreational programming
- Event planning experience
- Calendar development
- Budget management
- Resident assessment
- Resident documentation
- Staff scheduling
- Staff onboarding
- Staff supervision
- Participant monitoring
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Excellent organizational skills
- Activity organization
- Team management
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
- American Legion Post 53, Hemet, Ca 2023-Present
Timeline
Activity Director
Vista Real Post Acute
05.2013 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Grove Healthcare
05.2013 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highland Springs Care Center
08.2010 - 04.2012
Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverside City College
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School