Resident-Centered Medication Aide - Day Shift +$10K Sign-On

Good Samaritan; Valley Springs (SD); On-site; USD 2,686,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Canistota, SD is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse.

This role includes administering medications as delegated, recording outcomes, monitoring vital signs, and helping with meals, hygiene, and activities. Candidates should be at least 18 and have prior long-term care experience; state CMA/CNA certification requirements vary.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Minimum age of 18 preferred.
• Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits.
• IA: CMA/CNA certification as required by the State Board of Nursing.
• MN: CMA/Certified Nursing Assistant requirements as applicable.
• ND/SD: CMA/CNA certification requirements vary by state.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident-centered care under the supervision of a charge nurse.
• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Document care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary notes.
• Communicate changes in condition to the charge nurse.
• Assist with daily living activities, meals, and hygiene.
• Assist with transferring, range of motion, and mobility as trained.
• Support wellness and recreational programs and participate in committees as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Good Samaritan in Canistota, SD is seeking a Medication Assistant (MA) to provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse.

This role includes administering medications as delegated, recording outcomes, monitoring vital signs, and helping with meals, hygiene, and activities. Candidates should be at least 18 and have prior long-term care experience; state CMA/CNA certification requirements vary.