Resident Assistant, Medication Aide QMAP, Assisted Living/PRN

Sanford Health•Loveland, CO

3d•$18 - $27

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Resident Assistant, Medication Aide QMAP for an assisted living setting. The role provides medication assistance and administration, healthcare services, help with activities of daily living, and other assigned duties in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, following location standards and procedures. The position requires QMAP certification. Work shifts vary, and scheduled weekly hours are 0; the role is listed as PRN. The position includes assisting residents with medications, personal care, mobility, meals, and other daily needs, as well as maintaining clean resident and public areas. The role also follows infection-prevention and chemical-safety procedures and participates in community involvement at the location. The posted salary range is $18.00–$26.75, with additional pay for weekends and nights. Sanford describes its senior care services as including assisted living, long-term care, and post-acute care. Benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status.

Requirements

Must be QMAP certified.
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 state in which the employee works.
If working at a facility that uses a lift to move residents, meet the minimum state age requirement.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with self-administration of medications and, with proper training, administer medications.
Assist residents with maintaining a proper and clean appearance, bathing, and personal cleanliness.
Help residents with toileting, dressing, and undressing.
Assist residents with transferring, repositioning, and walking.
Obtain vital signs accurately and report changes in residents’ health status.
Follow OSHA and CDC guidance and aseptic cleaning techniques to minimize infections, including 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 according to 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.