CMA - FT Days

Sanford Health

71d • $18 - $28

About The Position

The Assisted Living Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. May assist residents with meals and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate. Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations. Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate.

Requirements

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing.
• Maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year.
• A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually based on state requirements.
• Maintains all department specific required certifications.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance may be required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing required in Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
• Nursing assistant certification and completion of the 75-hour course required in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse.
• Delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident per plan of care.
• Assists with basic health care needs including daily living activities such as bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing.
• Obtains and records vital signs and provides psycho-social support and personal care.
• Assists residents in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct techniques and equipment.
• Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, creating a positive dining experience.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Documents outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• Communicates changing conditions and care-related concerns to the charge nurse.
• Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs.
• Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents.
• Assists with wellness and recreational programs and encourages resident participation.

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign On Bonus Available!
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
• Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees