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

Good Samaritan Society; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Direct access to earnings daily

Shift Differential

Flexible Scheduling Options

Education Assistance

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Continuing Education

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Watertown, SD is seeking a full-time Nursing role responsible for medication administration, health care services, and daily living assistance for residents. The position requires attention to safety, proper hygiene, and compassionate care in a community setting.

Responsibilities include administering medications, taking vital signs, and supporting residents with daily activities while following location procedures and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred or may be required based on state.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training and state competencies.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide healthcare services to residents.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Obtain vital signs and monitor health status; report changes.
• Maintain clean, safe living areas and assist with meals and laundry as needed.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

ADL support

Safety procedures

Communication

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.

Facility: Watertown Village Harmony
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 cleansing 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
Featured: No