Resident Assistant, Medication Aide, Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Education assistance

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Watertown, SD, is seeking a nursing professional for full-time care services, including medication administration and daily living assistance. The role involves patient care, vital sign monitoring, and adherence to facility procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with bathing, dressing, mobility, and maintaining clean rooms while following infection control guidelines. Requires a high school diploma and state-mandated medication training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must complete and maintain medication administration training per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services such as medication administration and activities of daily living assistance.
• Obtain vital signs accurately and report changes in resident health status.
• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, and mobility.
• Maintain clean living areas and follow infection control practices (OSHA/CDC/SDS).
• Follow location standards and procedures.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

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: Watertown Harmony Hill

Location: Watertown, SD

Address: 2533 Prairie Park Trail Se Watertown, South Dakota

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Starting Rate: $16.50 - $25.50

Department Details

Since our founding in 1922, we have been driven by our mission and belief. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.

Some of the benefits to working at Good Samaritan Society are

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Shift Differential
• Flexible Scheduling Options Available
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Salary Increases
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Compassionate Leave
• Education Assistance
• Scholarships and Sponsorships
• Continuing Education
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• 20% childcare discount for Our Little Village childcare center

Job Summary

Provides care and services such as medication administration, healthcare services, activities of daily living assistance and other duties, as assigned, in a caring, safe and efficient manner and is responsible to perform according to location standards and procedures. Assists residents with self-administration of medications. May administer medications with proper training. Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance. Assists residents with bathing and maintaining cleanliness of all body areas. Helps residents with toileting needs. Helps residents with dressing and undressing and maintaining proper clothing. Assists residents in transferring, repositioning and walking. Obtain vital signs accurately and reports changes in resident health status. Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines to minimize infections by following aseptic cleaning techniques, including those that apply to blood borne pathogens. Demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical use, and follows SDS guidelines for any exposure.

Assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals and snacks to residents following orders, standards and regulations. Folds, hangs and distributes clean linens and personal clothing. Prepares and launders soiled linen / clothing. Cleans residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas and other public areas. Takes part in community involvement in location and works with volunteers.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.

If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.

Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0273120

Job Function: Nursing

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