Compassionate CMA — Medication Assistant (Day Shift)

Good Samaritan; Chancellor (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

The Medication Assistant (MA) at Good Samaritan's GSS SD Canistota Ctr in Canistota, SD delivers resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under supervision of a charge nurse, following the plan of care and state regulations.

Duties include assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, meals, documentation, and administering prescribed medications as delegated. Full-time daytime shifts with a $10,000 sign-on bonus and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum age 18; prior nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Possession of CMA/CNA certification per state requirements and active registration.
• Complete mandatory state competency testing and annual continuing education credits.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document care, medication administration, vital signs, and care-related communications.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, meals, and recreational activities as needed.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

State CNA certification (SD/IA/MN/ND) and CMA/TMA expectations

Job description

The Medication Assistant (MA) at Good Samaritan's GSS SD Canistota Ctr in Canistota, SD delivers resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under supervision of a charge nurse, following the plan of care and state regulations.

Duties include assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, meals, documentation, and administering prescribed medications as delegated. Full-time daytime shifts with a $10,000 sign-on bonus and benefits are available.