Certified Medication Aide: Compassionate Senior Care

Good Samaritan; Alpena Township (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) at Miller, SD, to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision. The role includes administering medications, recording care and vital signs, and aiding with meals and activities, in a not-for-profit Christian environment.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, CMA/CNA certifications as applicable, and prior long-term care experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Minimum age 18 years
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred
• Annual continuing education required (12 hours minimum) and state-required certifications
• State CMA/CMA-like certifications required (as applicable by state) and CMA/TMA credentials
• Active CNA registration or ability to obtain within 120 days
• Drug screening and background check may be required

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision of a charge nurse
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse
• Record care and vital signs and communicate changes to the charge nurse
• Assist with meals, personal care, housekeeping, and recreational activities
• Support and participate in wellness programs and resident committees as needed

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

Certified Medication Aide/Assistant (CMA/TMA) certification

Job description

Good Samaritan is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) at Miller, SD, to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision. The role includes administering medications, recording care and vital signs, and aiding with meals and activities, in a not-for-profit Christian environment.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, CMA/CNA certifications as applicable, and prior long-term care experience.