Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - Part Time - Days

sanford; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health, located in Minnesota, seeks a compassionate care assistant to provide medication assistance, daily living support, and safe, person-centered care to residents during a day shift.

You will follow location procedures, obtain vital signs, assist with meals and daily living tasks, and maintain clean living areas while adhering to OSHA/CDC guidelines. Prior training in medication administration is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
• If working at a facility with a lift, must meet the minimum state age requirement.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications and may administer medications with proper training.
• Assist residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance; assist with bathing and daily living activities.
• Obtain vital signs and report changes in health status; follow aseptic techniques and SDS guidelines.
• Prepare and serve meals, clean rooms and public areas, and participate in community activities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8

Compensation: Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50

Union Position: No

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.

Job Description

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.

Sanford 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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].