Compassionate Medication Aide—Resident Care & Meds

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

401k plan

Scholarships and education support

Shift differentials

Daily pay option

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a dedicated Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, hygiene, vital signs, and securing medications within the scope of practice.

The role requires CNA/CMA-related certifications per state requirements, the ability to work a rotating shift, and strong communication with the care team to ensure high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Must complete yearly department competency testing.
• Maintains required continuing education credits.
• CMA/TMA certification as per state requirements.
• CNA certification and 75-hour course completion per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Record vital signs and document outcomes of care.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to charge nurse.

Skills

Nursing assistant experience

Vital signs documentation

Competency testing

Continuing education

Resident care assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA/TMA certification (state dependent)

Job description

Sanford Health is seeking a dedicated Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, hygiene, vital signs, and securing medications within the scope of practice.

The role requires CNA/CMA-related certifications per state requirements, the ability to work a rotating shift, and strong communication with the care team to ensure high-quality resident care.