Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PRN/As needed

Good Samaritan Society; Minnesota; On-site; USD 22,041 - 35,128; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Minnesota is seeking compassionate individuals to provide care and assistance to seniors. The position involves medication administration, helping residents with daily activities, and maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent and must complete necessary training. Good Samaritan offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program.
• High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
• Must meet state age requirement if a lift is utilized.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services such as medication administration and daily living assistance.
• Assist residents with self-administration of medications and maintain their cleanliness.
• Prepare and serve meals, and clean residents' rooms and bathrooms.

Skills

Medication administration

Healthcare services

Assistance with activities of daily living

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 Details

• Facility: GSS MN Windom
• Location: Windom, MN
• Address: 705 6th St, Windom, MN 56101, USA
• Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts
• Job Schedule: PRN
• Weekly Hours: Varies
• Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50
• Pay Info: Extra pay for nights and weekends!

Department Details

The person who takes this position will pick up hours for those who have prearranged time off or for those who have called off for their shift.

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-0263372

Job Function: Nursing

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