Certified Medication Assistant — $10k Sign-On Bonus, Day Shift

Good Samaritan; Flandreau (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; 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 (MA) to deliver resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse's supervision. Duties include basic health care, vital signs, meals support, and documentation of care activities.

The role requires CMA/TMA certification per state guidelines, with CNA certification and current licensure where applicable. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to participate in wellness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum age 18 preferred; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Annual competency testing and 12 hours CE required; state certifications may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance per care plan.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and document outcomes.
• Communicate condition changes to the charge nurse and maintain accurate care records.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Driver's license

Certified Medication Aide/Assistant (CMA/TMA)

Job description

Good Samaritan in Canistota, SD is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) to deliver resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse's supervision. Duties include basic health care, vital signs, meals support, and documentation of care activities.

The role requires CMA/TMA certification per state guidelines, with CNA certification and current licensure where applicable. The facility offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to participate in wellness