Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Days

Good-Samaritan; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Days in Algona, IA. The role involves medication administration, daily living assistance, and general resident care in a not-for-profit, Christian environment.

The position is part-time with day shifts, offering a supportive team and opportunities to contribute to high-quality senior care at the GSS IA Algona Huskamp location.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
• Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides medication administration and healthcare services to residents.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Assists residents with bathing, dressing, toileting and maintaining cleanliness.
• Obtains vital signs and reports changes in health status.
• Maintains infection control and safety practices per facility procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Days

Algona, IA 50511

Applying to

Good Samaritan

Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Days

$16.0 - $25.5/hourly Posted 1 day ago Less than 10 applies

Good Samaritan

Algona, IA 50511

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:

GSS IA Algona Huskamp

Location:

Algona, IA

Address:

300 W Riverview Dr, Algona, IA 50511, USA

Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule:

Part time

Weekly Hours:

16.00

Salary Range:

$16.00 - $25.50

Department Details

If you enjoy working with the elderly this is the job for you. We are a small assisted living facility We work well together We have a great Team. This job is very rewarding you will feel appreciated. We have great Tenants and Staff.

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-0274504

Job Function:

Nursing

Featured:

No

Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Days

$16.0 - $25.5/hourly Posted 1 day ago Less than 10 applies