Medication Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC), Local Traveler

Good Samaritan; Burkmere (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a Medication Assistant at Miller Prairie Center in Miller, SD. The role provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under supervision, including basic health tasks and psychosocial support.

The position is PRN with flexible shifts, offering the opportunity to contribute to a Christian, not-for-profit environment that has served seniors for over a century. Salary range listed as $18.50–$28.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in elder care or caregiving is preferred.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities with compassion and respect.
• Knowledge of vital sign collection and basic nursing support is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and mobility as needed.
• Record vital signs and report changes to the charge nurse.
• Support psychosocial well-being and activity participation for residents.

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Miller Prairie Ctr

Location: Miller, SD

Address: 421 E 4th St, Miller, SD 57362, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $18.50 - $28.00

Job Summary

The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct and appropriate