CNA/CMA - Full Time Days - SF Village

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous night and weekend shift diffs

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) who delivers resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. The role emphasizes accurate medication administration within scope and strong teamwork in a long-term care setting.

The MA position requires active SD CNA and UMA credentials, with CMA/TMA certifications as applicable. A hospital-style benefits package accompanies a stable day shift schedule and opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Active SD CNA and SD UMA required at time of hire.
• Must have CMA/TMA certification as applicable per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision of a charge nurse.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document outcomes, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary details; communicate changes to the charge nurse.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $19.50 - $28.00

$7,000 Sign On Bonus

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join the largest long term care facility in the state of South Dakota! At the Sioux Falls Village, we offer multiple services from general long-term care, short-stay rehab, and memory care unit at the facility.

What's in it for you:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details:

• 6:00 am - 6:30 pm OR 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

* Active SD CNA and SD UMA required at time of hire.

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 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.

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

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