Medication Aide | Long Term Care

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital • Sturgis, SD

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Aide assists nursing staff in providing safe, effective, and compassionate resident-focused care in long-term care. The role includes supervised medication-related tasks, personal care, and activities for residents, supporting their health and comfort in accordance with individualized care plans. On-the-job training and ongoing support are provided, and medication aide competencies are completed upon hire and annually.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent in General Studies.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise residents with medication administration according to physician orders and proper protocols.
• Provide personal care in accordance with resident care plans and as delegated by the RN, LPN, RCM, or DRS, including bathing, oral care, feeding, toileting, repositioning, and transferring.
• Collect specimens and vital signs, assess residents' level of functioning, and report and document findings; promptly report to the nurse in charge.
• Record medication administration in the MAR.
• Perform cleaning duties to maintain facility cleanliness standards.
• Prepare and serve food according to daily needs while minimizing waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Instant pay for qualifying positions.
• Paid Time Off Accrual Bank.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
• Pay differentials for qualifying positions.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED