Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PRN - Windom

Good Samaritan Society • Windom, MN

109d • $16 - $25

About The Position

The Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PRN position at Sanford Health involves providing care and services such as medication administration, healthcare services, and assistance with activities of daily living in a caring, safe, and efficient manner. The role requires adherence to location standards and procedures while assisting residents with self-administration of medications, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting their daily needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.
• If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
• May administer medications with proper training.
• Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance.
• Helps residents with bathing and maintaining cleanliness of all body areas.
• Helps residents with toileting needs.
• Helps residents with dressing and undressing and maintaining proper clothing.
• Assists residents in transferring, repositioning, and walking.
• Obtains vital signs accurately and reports changes in resident health status.
• Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines to minimize infections by following aseptic cleaning techniques.
• Demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical use and follows SDS guidelines for any exposure.
• Assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals and snacks to residents.
• Cleans residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas, and other public areas.
• Takes part in community involvement in location and works with volunteers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED