CMA: Resident Care & Medication Admin (PRN)

Good Samaritan; Hitchcock (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Miller, SD seeks a Medication Assistant (MA) to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse. Duties include medication administration, vital signs, hygiene, and meals, with documentation of care and communication of changes in condition.

This PRN role supports wellness activities, transportation of residents as needed, and adherence to state regulations for CMA/CNA credentials. Prior long-term care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old; high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Annual competency testing and continuing education credits required.
• State CMA/TMA or CMA certification may be required depending on location.
• Active CNA registration or ability to obtain within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and vital signs.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document care, med administration and changes in condition.
• Support wellness and recreational activities and assist with dining.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry (75-hour course)

Certified Medication Aide/Assistant (CMA/TMA) certification (state requirements)

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (where applicable)

Job description

Good Samaritan in Miller, SD seeks a Medication Assistant (MA) to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse. Duties include medication administration, vital signs, hygiene, and meals, with documentation of care and communication of changes in condition.

This PRN role supports wellness activities, transportation of residents as needed, and adherence to state regulations for CMA/CNA credentials. Prior long-term care experience preferred.