Part-Time Certified Medication Aide — Senior Care

Good Samaritan; Clark (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a part-time Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision of a charge nurse at the Howard, SD facility. Tasks include helping with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with meals while maintaining a positive, safe environment.

Responsibilities include administering medications as delegated, documenting care and responses, and communicating changes to the charge nurse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• CMA/TMA certification may be required per state.
• Minimum age 18; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
• Maintains required certifications and continuing education as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document care, medication administration, and residents' condition.
• Support wellness and recreational programs and assist with dining and nutrition.

Skills

Compassionate care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA/TMA certification preferred

Minimum age 18

Tools

Nursing assistant tools

Job description

Good Samaritan is seeking a part-time Medication Assistant to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision of a charge nurse at the Howard, SD facility. Tasks include helping with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with meals while maintaining a positive, safe environment.

Responsibilities include administering medications as delegated, documenting care and responses, and communicating changes to the charge nurse.