Resident Assistant, Medication Aide, Long Term Care Assisted Living/FT Nights

Sanford Health•Loveland, CO

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About The Position

Provides care and services to residents in a long-term care assisted living setting, including medication assistance or administration, healthcare services, activities of daily living assistance, and other assigned duties. The role is responsible for performing in a caring, safe, and efficient manner according to location standards and procedures. This is a full-time night-shift position with 36 scheduled hours per week. The listed salary range is $18.00–$26.75, with additional pay for nights and weekends.

Requirements

QMAP certification is required.
Complete and maintain the assigned medication administration training program and competencies according to state guidelines.
A high school diploma or equivalent is 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 age requirement set by the state.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with self-administration of medications; medication administration may be performed with proper training.
Help residents maintain a proper, clean appearance, including bathing and personal cleanliness.
Assist 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 infection-minimization guidelines, including aseptic cleaning techniques 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.