Compassionate Medication Assistant – Senior Care

Good Samaritan; Auburn (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part 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 part-time Medication Assistant (MA) at the GSS NE Auburn facility in Auburn, NE. The MA provides resident-centered nursing care, assists with daily living activities, and administers prescribed medications under licensed supervision.

The role involves documenting care, monitoring vital signs, aiding mobility, and supporting dining and recreational activities to enhance quality of life for residents. CNA certification and state requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Maintains required certifications and completes continuing education annually as per state requirements.
• CNA certification requirements vary by state (IA, MN, ND, SD) and CMA/TMA certification eligibility for certain facilities.
• Active CNA registration or ability to obtain within 120 days is required in Good Samaritan/Sanford facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision.
• Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse within scope of practice.
• Documents patient care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary information.
• Performs activities of daily living support, vital signs, transfers, and range of motion exercises as needed.
• Supports wellness and recreational programs and participates in department tasks and committees as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Good Samaritan is seeking a part-time Medication Assistant (MA) at the GSS NE Auburn facility in Auburn, NE. The MA provides resident-centered nursing care, assists with daily living activities, and administers prescribed medications under licensed supervision.

The role involves documenting care, monitoring vital signs, aiding mobility, and supporting dining and recreational activities to enhance quality of life for residents. CNA certification and state requirements apply.