CMA - Certified Medication Assistant - Local Traveler

sanford; Windom (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Weekend shift differential

Evening/night shift differential

Job summary

Sanford Health in Minnesota is seeking a Medication Assistant to deliver resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse's supervision.

The role includes administering medications, recording vital signs, and supporting dining, transfers, and mobility while encouraging wellness and participation in activities across multiple locations within a 75-mile radius.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• 3–6 months experience in long-term care preferred.
• Completes yearly competency testing and maintains continuing education credits.
• State CMA/CNA certification as required by location.
• Minnesota requires nursing assistant certification and the 75-hour course; renewal as per state rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document outcomes, vital signs, and care-related notes; communicate changes to the charge nurse.
• Assist residents with meals, transfers, mobility, and housekeeping tasks.
• Support wellness and recreational programs and participate in committees if needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Compensation:

Salary Range: $23.61 - $28.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

• Positions requirements and benefits
• Travel required to support multiple locations within 75-mile radius of permanent address
• Premium Pay Rates:
• $7/hour premium on all hours worked.
• $1.25/hour weekend shift differential
• $1.25/hour evening/night shift differential (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

Experience Requirements:

• 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred)

Scheduling Requirements:

• Minimum of 30 hours per month
• One weekend shift per month

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.

Job Description

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 of 18 years of age.
• 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.

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

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].