Resident Assistant, Med Aide - Partl Time PMs - Hearthstone
About The Position
Sanford Health is hiring a part-time Resident Assistant, Med Aide for Hearthstone Assisted Living. The role provides medication assistance and administration when properly trained, healthcare services, assistance with activities of daily living, and other assigned duties in a caring, safe, and efficient manner while following location standards and procedures. The position works evening shifts from 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m., with two shifts during the week and rotating weekends. Every other weekend and holiday rotation is required. An active South Dakota UMA (Med Aide) license is required at hire.
Requirements
- Active South Dakota UMA (Med Aide) license at the time of hire.
- Complete and maintain the assigned medication administration training program and competencies in accordance with state guidelines.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; a high school diploma or GED may be required depending on the working state.
- If working at a facility that uses a lift to move residents, meet the minimum age requirement set by the state.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with self-administration of medications and administer medications when properly trained.
- Help residents maintain a proper, clean appearance, including bathing and personal cleanliness.
- Assist residents with toileting, dressing, undressing, transfers, repositioning, and walking.
- Obtain vital signs accurately and report changes in residents’ health status.
- Follow OSHA and CDC infection-prevention guidelines, including aseptic cleaning techniques and precautions for bloodborne pathogens.
- Use chemicals safely and follow SDS guidelines in the event of exposure.
- Help 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.
Benefits
- Generous night and weekend shift differentials.
- Advancement opportunities.
- Various education assistance programs.
- Continuing education.
- Direct access to daily earnings.
- Robust benefits package; benefits vary by full-time or part-time status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
