Resident Aide II (RA), Medication Aide (MA) | Assisted Living

Avera St. Luke's; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement Community in Aberdeen, SD is seeking a dedicated Resident Assistant. You will assist residents with daily living activities, including meals, medications, bathing, and housekeeping, while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Eligible candidates should have a High School or GED, and either a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) license or a Medication Aide license. Previous experience is not required but helpful, and the role involves 1st shift responsibilities and

Qualifications

• High School or GED or equivalent is required.
• CNA licensure by state licensing board within 120 days or Medication Aide licensure by state licensing board within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities including meals, medications, bathing, housekeeping and laundry.
• Administer medications according to policy and procedure (if Med Aide trained).
• Record vital signs and chart clinical data accurately.
• Respond to call lights and anticipate resident needs during rounds.
• Prepare rooms for admission, transfer, and discharge; maintain cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Observation skills

Education

High School or GED

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Medication Aide Certification

Job description

Location:Avera Mother Joseph Manor Retirement CommunityWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$19.75 - $27.50Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewThe Resident Assistant is accountable for assisting with personal care to residents in accordance with their care plan. Follows proper procedure in performing medication administration according to policy and procedure. Performs scheduled activity. Performs housekeeping duties to maintain a sanitary, orderly and attractive environment.What you will doAssists the resident with all facets of daily living including meals, medications, bathing, housekeeping and laundry.Gathers information, including: Lunch count (report count to kitchen, logging maintenance requests, any meal substitutions, absent/present report & guest meals.Administers resident medications according to policy and procedure. If Med Aide trained.Reports any changes observed in residents’ condition or behavior, including but not limited unusual incidents, vital signs outside of established parameters, weight gain/loss, and charts incomplete assignments and/or refused care to Nurse to ensure continuity of resident care.With accuracy and detail, records and charts clinical data such as temperature, pulse, respiration and similar resident informationAnswers call lights, anticipates resident needs, and completes frequent rounding. Prepares residents’ rooms and their belongings for admission, transfer, and discharge.Follows proper procedures for linen changes, soiled laundry, cleaning of furniture, equipment, and utensils. Follows proper procedure for reporting equipment that is in need of repair.Assists residents to activities, assist with or direct activities.Keeps work environment clean and tidy, including resident rooms, kitchen, utility rooms, staff lounge, refrigerators and storage areas. Replenish supplies in each area as needed; gloves, soap, paper towels and kitchen supplies.Prepares dining room for meals. Is familiar with the diet extensions when preparing special diets. Courteously serves meals with attention to eye appeal, sanitation, and temperature. Follows sanitary food handler techniques. Reports poor quality or unsafe food so it is not served.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED Equivalent if a Medication AideCertified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 Days orMedication Aide - Licensing Board in the state of practice within 120 DaysLess than 1 year Experience in a people related business. Food service experience helpful.Expectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].