Certified Medication Aide - FT Straight Nights

sanford; Alma (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Health, Dental and Vision

Generous Shift Differentials

Health Savings Account

Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

Salary Increases

Referral Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Compassionate Leave

Education Assistance

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Continuing Education

Years of Service Recognition Program

Job summary

Sanford Health is hiring a Medication Assistant for night shift support in a resident care setting. You will provide dignity, daily living assistance, vital signs collection, and assist with meals and activities under supervision.

This role includes medication assistance delegated by a licensed nurse and thorough documentation. Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or GED, CNA certification per state requirements, and a willingness to complete ongoing education.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits; a minimum of 12 hours CE are required annually based on state requirements.
• When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• CNA certification requirements vary by state (Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota) and CMA/TMA certification is referenced.

Responsibilities

• The Medication Assistant provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse.
• Delivers age-appropriate care and assists with activities of daily living including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and recording vital signs.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and documents outcomes.
• Communicates changing conditions and care-related concerns to the charge nurse.
• Assists with meals, hydration, wellness activities, and recreational programs; participates in committees as needed.

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.50 - $28.00

$5,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS!

Union Position:

No

Shift Hours:

6pm - 6am

Shift Differential:

M - Th: $2.50, Fri - Sun: $3.75

• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Health Savings Account
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Salary Increases
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Compassionate Leave
• Education Assistance
• Scholarships and Sponsorships
• Continuing Education
• Years of Service Recognition Program

Summary

The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse.

Job Description

Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. They may assist residents with meals and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate.

Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations. Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.

Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually based on state requirements. Maintains all department specific required certifications. When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Iowa:

Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.

Minnesota:

Must have nursing assistant certification, have completed the 75-hour course and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Successful completion of a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.

North Dakota:

Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained. If working in an Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant I certification required. If working in a skilled nursing facility, Medication Assistant II certification is required.

South Dakota:

Must successfully complete the state approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.

For all Good Samaritan and Sanford nursing facilities:

Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA). Active certified nursing assistant registration in state of practice, or ability to obtain within 120 days, is required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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