CMA / Certified Medication Assistant - FT Days
About The Position
The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as a caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. This role involves administering prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within the scope of practice defined by state regulations. The MA documents resident care outcomes, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary information. They communicate changes in resident condition, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns to the charge nurse. Additionally, the MA collects specimens, gathers vital signs, provides housekeeping and laundry services, and assists with wellness and recreational programs.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 preferred.
- Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing.
- Maintains a record of continuing education credits (minimum 12 hours annually based on state requirements).
- Maintains all department specific required certifications.
- When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Iowa: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
- Minnesota: Must have nursing assistant certification, have completed the 75-hour course and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Successful completion of a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.
- North Dakota: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course. If working in an Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant I certification required. If working in a skilled nursing facility, Medication Assistant II certification is required.
- South Dakota: Must successfully complete the state approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.
- For all Good Samaritan and Sanford nursing facilities: Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA).
- Active certified nursing assistant registration in state of practice, or ability to obtain within 120 days, is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred.
- Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
- Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within scope of practice.
- Documents outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary.
- Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns to the charge nurse.
- Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
- Provides housekeeping and laundry services.
- Assists with and documents wellness and recreational programs and encourages resident participation.
- May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
Benefits
- Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
