Compassionate Medication Assistant for Resident Care

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Larimore (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. You will administer medications as delegated, monitor vital signs, and support residents with activities of daily living to promote comfort and safety.

Applicants should have 3 months of long-term care experience (6 months preferred), be at least 18, and complete required competency testing and continuing education annually.

Qualifications

• 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred).
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Satisfactorily completes competency testing and continuing education credits as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated within scope of practice.
• Document outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, and behavior.

Skills

Long term care experience

Vital signs

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma

GED preferred

Job description

Sanford Health is seeking a Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. You will administer medications as delegated, monitor vital signs, and support residents with activities of daily living to promote comfort and safety.

Applicants should have 3 months of long-term care experience (6 months preferred), be at least 18, and complete required competency testing and continuing education annually.