Evening Senior Care Assistant (Resident Support)

Avera Health; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking a Resident Assistant for the evening shift in Yankton, SD. You will help residents with daily living activities, including meals, medications, and personal care, within a compassionate multidisciplinary team.

You will administer medications per policy, document vital information, and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge preparations. A high school diploma or GED and relevant licenses are required, with 120 days to obtain CNA or Medication Aide credentials.

Qualifications

• High School or GED Equivalent.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) licensing in the state of practice within 120 Days or.
• Medication Aide licensing in the state of practice within 120 Days.
• Less than 1 year experience in a people related business.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with daily living including meals, medications, bathing, housekeeping and laundry.
• Administers resident medications according to policy and procedure.
• Reports changes in residents' condition or behavior to Nurse for continuity of care.
• Answers call lights and completes frequent rounds to anticipate resident needs.
• Prepares residents’ rooms for admission, transfer, and discharge; maintains clean, sanitary environments.
• Keeps inventory: supplies, gloves, soap, towels; ensures safety and cleanliness.

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days

Medication Aide - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days

Less than 1 year Experience in a people related business

Job description

Avera Health is seeking a Resident Assistant for the evening shift in Yankton, SD. You will help residents with daily living activities, including meals, medications, and personal care, within a compassionate multidisciplinary team.

You will administer medications per policy, document vital information, and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge preparations. A high school diploma or GED and relevant licenses are required, with 120 days to obtain CNA or Medication Aide credentials.