Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Evenings

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Algona, IA is seeking a Resident Assistant, Medication Aide for part-time evening shifts (Wednesday 1:30pm–9:30pm, plus alternating Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays). The role includes medication administration, daily living support and health monitoring in a small assisted living setting.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED and must complete state-mandated medication administration training. Excellent teamwork and compassion are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; state requirements may vary.
• Must complete medication administration training and competencies per state guidelines.
• Must meet minimum state age requirement if a lift is used for resident transfer.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist residents with daily living activities.
• Obtain vital signs and report health status changes.
• Provide nursing care in a safe, caring environment.
• Assist with meals, laundry, and general housekeeping as needed.
• Follow OSHA/CDC guidelines and SDS for chemical use.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT - Evenings

Algona, IA 50511

Good Samaritan

$16.00 - $25.50 hourly Posted 4 Days Ago Less than 10 Applies

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 IA Algona Huskamp
• Location: Algona, IA
• Address: 300 W Riverview Dr, Algona, IA 50511, USA
• Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
• Job Schedule: Part time
• Weekly Hours: 20.00
• Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50

We are a small assisted Living facility. The tenants are wonderful we have a great Team to work with. The job is very rewarding. You will love working here.

We need evening shift 1:30pm to 9:30pm Every Wednesday, Every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and Every other Holiday

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.
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• 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.

Requirements

• Req Number: R-0272448
• Job Function: Nursing
• Featured: No