Certified Medication Assistant - Part Time Evenings

Good Samaritan; Flandreau (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part 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 Society – Canistota is a 55-bed facility providing rehabilitation and senior living services, located about 30 minutes from Sioux Falls. The Medication Assistant (MA) supports resident-centered nursing care under supervision, including daily living activities, vital signs, and medication assistance per plan of care.

Qualifications include CNA and CMA certifications, high school diploma or GED preferred, and state requirements for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Must have CNA certification and CMA certification.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
• Annual continuing education requirements apply where required by state law.
• May require a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document care, medication administration, behavior, activity and dietary information.
• Assist with transferring, positioning, range of motion and mobility.
• Support meals, hydration and dining experiences; assist with snacks as needed.
• Assist with housekeeping and laundry to keep living areas clean and functional.

Skills

CNA certification

CMA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility Details

• Facility: GSS SD Canistota Ctr
• Location: Canistota, SD
• Address: 700 Main St, Canistota, SD 57012, USA
• Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
• Job Schedule: Part time
• Weekly Hours: 16.00
• Salary Range: $19.50 - $28.00
• Pay Info: $2,500 Sign on Bonus!

Hiring Information

Must currently have CNA and CMA certification.

$2.50/hr location premium

$2,500 Sign on Bonus

This is a part time CMA opening.

• Evening Shift: 2pm to 10:30pm
• Every other weekend/holiday required.
• Additional night differential after 6pm.
• Additional weekend differential.

Good Samaritan Society – Canistota is 55 bed facility, provides rehabilitation and senior living. They are conveniently located about 30 minutes from Sioux Falls.

Job 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. 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 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. 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.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit benefits.

EEO Statement

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Drug Free Workplace

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Recruitment Details

Req Number: R-0268950

Job Function: Nursing