Resident Assistant, Medication Aide - Westview Acres - PRN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend shift differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Westview Acres in Waconia, MN is seeking a dedicated nursing assistant to provide medication administration support, daily living assistance and health services in a compassionate Christian environment.

You will work PRN with variable shifts, ensuring safe care, accurate vital signs and adherence to facility procedures. Opportunities for training, meal and linen services, and collaborating with a caring team are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; state requirements may vary.
• Must complete medication administration training and competencies per state guidelines.
• EEO/AA employer; accommodation requests may be made by calling or emailing talent.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services including medication administration and daily living assistance.
• Obtain vital signs and report changes in health status.
• Maintain clean, safe care environments and assist with meals, laundry, and mobility as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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: GSS MN Waconia Westview Acres

Location: Waconia, MN

Address: 433 W 5th St, Waconia, MN 55387, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At Good Samaritan Westview Acres, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

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)

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.
• 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-0264590

Job Function: Nursing

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