Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - PT Rotating Weekend Nights - Jackson Pines

Sanford; Minnesota; On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous night and weekend differentia

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking staff for night shifts at our Jackson Pines location. The role provides care and support, including medication administration and daily living assistance, in a compassionate, safe setting.

Shifts are 10:00 pm to 6:30 am with benefits, nightly/weekend differentials, and opportunities for advancement; a robust benefits package is offered. Eligible candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and complete state-required training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; GED may be required based on state.
• Must complete and maintain medication administration training per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications and monitor health status.
• Help residents with bathing, dressing and activities of daily living.
• Obtain vital signs and report changes in health status.
• Maintain cleanliness of rooms and assist with meals and daily chores.
• Follow OSHA/CDC guidelines and aseptic techniques.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs

Resident assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred; may be required by state

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:

8 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

16

Compensation:

Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At Jackson Pines, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

Our Jackson location is set atop a ridge of rolling hills with a panoramic view of the Des Moines River Valley.

What's in it for you:

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details

• 10:00 pm - 6:30 am
• Every other Friday and Saturday night

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].