Resident Assistant Med Aide - Full Time Days - Prairie Creek

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

11d•$18 - $26

About The Position

The Resident Assistant Med Aide provides caring, safe, and efficient assistance to residents at Prairie Creek Assisted Living. The role includes medication assistance or administration after proper training, support with activities of daily living, basic healthcare services, and other assigned duties, following location standards and procedures. This is a full-time day-shift role scheduled for 36 hours per week, with 12-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Every other weekend and holiday rotation is required. An active South Dakota Med Aide (UMA) license is required at the time of hire.

Requirements

Active South Dakota Med Aide (UMA) license at the time of hire.
Complete and maintain the assigned medication administration training program and competencies in accordance with state guidelines.
Meet the minimum state age requirement if working at a facility that uses a lift to move residents.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; a high school diploma or GED may be required depending on the state.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with self-administration of medications and administer medications when properly trained.
Help residents maintain a clean and proper appearance, including bathing and personal cleanliness.
Assist residents with toileting, dressing, and undressing.
Help residents transfer, reposition, and walk.
Obtain vital signs accurately and report changes in residents' health status.
Follow OSHA and CDC infection-prevention guidelines and use aseptic cleaning techniques, including precautions for bloodborne pathogens.
Use chemicals safely and follow SDS guidelines in the event of exposure.
Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks in accordance with orders, standards, and regulations.
Fold, hang, and distribute clean linens and personal clothing; prepare and launder soiled linens and clothing.
Clean residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas, and other public areas.
Participate in community involvement at the location and work with volunteers.