Certified Medication Aide: Sign-On Bonus & Caring Care

Good Samaritan; Parker (SD); On-site; USD 55,875,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Canistota, SD is seeking a Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. The MA administers prescribed meds, records outcomes, and supports activities of daily living for residents.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and state CMA/CNA certification where required; ongoing education and competency testing are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• State CMA/CNA certification requirements as applicable.
• Completes competency testing and continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Provides resident-centered care and daily living assistance.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Records outcomes and communicates changes to the charge nurse.
• Assists with transfers, mobility, and activities; supports dining and hygiene.

Skills

Resident care

Vital signs

Daily living support

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Job description

Good Samaritan in Canistota, SD is seeking a Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. The MA administers prescribed meds, records outcomes, and supports activities of daily living for residents.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and state CMA/CNA certification where required; ongoing education and competency testing are required.