Certified Medication Assistant - FT Day

sanford; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Medication Assistant (CMA) to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance. The role operates 7am–3pm, with 30 scheduled hours weekly and every other weekend plus rotating holidays.

You will administer medications as delegated, document care, monitor vital signs, and support well-being inside a fast-paced facility. The position requires reliability, ability to work independently, and multitask capability.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum age 18; High school diploma or GED preferred.
• State-specific CMA/CNA certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care and daily living assistance per care plan.
• Assist with basic health needs, bathing, toileting, grooming, and mobility.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and document outcomes.

Skills

Reliability

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum age 18

Job description

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Compensation:

Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

7am-3pm with every other weekend, rotating holidays.

Must be reliable, able to work independently in a fast paced environment, and multitask.

Scrubs of any color/pattern for top and bottom.

Summary

The Medication Assistant (CMA) 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 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 psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, 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. 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.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience 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 Society Locations: Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA). It is assumed that one must have their certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification prior to attaining their TMA/CMA.

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

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