Certified Medication Aide — Resident Care Specialist

Good Samaritan; Chester (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work-life balance

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Howard, SD is seeking a Part-time Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under a charge nurse's supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications as delegated, recording vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and supporting wellness programs while maintaining required CMA/CNA certifications across states.

Qualifications

• Must be an active CMA/CNA in the state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care and resident support preferred.
• Completion of state-approved CMA/Certified Medication Aide course.
• Must maintain state CNA/CMA certifications and renewals.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Record vital signs and document care, medication, and dietary outcomes.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and transfers as needed.
• Support wellness, recreation, and social programs for residents.
• Communicate changes to the charge nurse and care team promptly.

Job description

Good Samaritan in Howard, SD is seeking a Part-time Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under a charge nurse's supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications as delegated, recording vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and supporting wellness programs while maintaining required CMA/CNA certifications across states.