Nikki Powers
Butte
Summary
Dependable Activities Director at Continental Care and Rehabilitation, skilled in team management and documentation. Successfully enhanced resident engagement through innovative programs and effective staff training, resulting in improved satisfaction. Proven ability to foster community relationships and ensure safety, while adapting activities to meet diverse resident needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Director
Continental Care and Rehabilitation
Butte, MT
12.2020 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging recreational programs to enhance resident participation and satisfaction.
- Coordinated special events, fostering community relationships and enhancing resident engagement.
- Trained and mentored staff in activity planning and implementation best practices.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather resident input for program improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to integrate therapeutic activities into care plans for residents.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments, adapting strategies based on resident needs.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Evaluated program effectiveness routinely, making adjustments as necessary to better meet residents needs.
- Encouraged social interaction among residents by designing opportunities for group projects, discussion groups, game nights, and other shared experiences.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of resident participation in activities.
- Acted as a liaison between the activities department and other facility staff, ensuring seamless integration of recreational offerings with daily care plans.
- Developed meaningful relationships with residents, gaining insight into their personal histories and preferences in order to better serve their needs.
- Provided respectful mobility assistance to individuals needing extra support.
- Organized seasonal celebrations that fostered a festive atmosphere within the facility while respecting cultural diversity.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Implemented art therapy sessions aimed at promoting emotional well-being and self-expression among participants.
- Improved staff efficiency by providing comprehensive training on activity planning, documentation, and safety protocols.
- Streamlined communication among team members through regular meetings and clear delegation of responsibilities.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in resident mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Maintained activity records and reports to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
- Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and resident standards.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
Personal Care Assistant
Easter Seals/Goodwill Industries
Butte, MT
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Facilitated daily living activities for clients, prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Provided emotional support to individuals, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Education
GED -
Brookings High School
Brookings, SDSkills
- Schedule management
- Emergency preparedness
- Documentation skills
- Team management
- Senior living experience
- Senior activities experience
- Organizational skills
- Small group leadership
- Safety promotion
- Attention to detail
- Staff training
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
- Staff supervision
Timeline
Activities Director
Continental Care and Rehabilitation
12.2020 - 06.2026
Personal Care Assistant
Easter Seals/Goodwill Industries
05.2017 - 12.2020
GED -
Brookings High School