CMA - Sunset - PRN

Sanford Health • Mandan, ND

74d • $20 - $28

About The Position

The 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 as 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. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Requirements

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Complete yearly department specific competency testing and maintain continuing education credits.
• Maintain all department specific required certifications.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance may be required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse.
• Deliver age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of residents.
• Assist with basic health care needs including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and obtaining vital signs.
• Provide psycho-social support and personal care to assigned residents.
• Assist residents in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct techniques.
• Complete tasks related to food preparation and dining, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document outcomes related to resident care and medication administration.
• Communicate changes in resident conditions to the charge nurse.
• Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens and gather vital signs.
• Provide housekeeping and laundry services for residents.
• Assist with wellness and recreational programs and encourage resident participation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time off package

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees