Resident Assistant, Medication Aide, Long Term Care (LTC)

Sanford Health•Watertown, SD

21d•$17 - $26

About The Position

Provides care and services to long-term care residents, including medication assistance or administration, health-related services, activities of daily living assistance, and other assigned duties. Work must be caring, safe, efficient, and consistent with the location’s standards and procedures. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on 8-hour night shifts.

Requirements

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.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with self-administration of medications and, with proper training, administer medications.
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-prevention guidelines and aseptic cleaning techniques, including those for bloodborne pathogens.
Use chemicals safely and follow SDS guidelines in the event of exposure.
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.