Compassionate Medication Aide | Day Shift, $10K Sign-On

Good Samaritan; Lennox (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full 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 is seeking a Medication Assistant to deliver resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under a charge nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, meals, and documentation, while ensuring safety and comfort for residents in a faith-based setting.

The role requires CMA/CNA certification as per state regulations, attention to accuracy in recording vital signs, and adherence to care plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Age 18+; prior CNA experience in long-term care preferred.
• Maintains annual competency testing; 12 hours CE annually.
• CMA/CNA certification as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Assist residents with meals, dining, and personal care.
• Administer medications as delegated by licensed nurse; document outcomes.

Skills

Resident care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

CMA/CNA certification

GED preferred

Job description

Good Samaritan is seeking a Medication Assistant to deliver resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under a charge nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, meals, and documentation, while ensuring safety and comfort for residents in a faith-based setting.

The role requires CMA/CNA certification as per state regulations, attention to accuracy in recording vital signs, and adherence to care plans.