Trained Medication Aide - PRN - Varies
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Good Samaritan is hiring a Trained Medication Aide - PRN - Varies. The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident‑centered nursing care and daily living assistance under a charge nurse’s supervision, delivering age‑appropriate care, vital sign collection, medication administration, and psychosocial support while maintaining documentation and participating in wellness programs at the Good Samaritan facility in Pipestone, MN.
Key focus areas include Provide resident‑centered nursing care and daily living assistance, Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse, and Collect and record vital signs and non‑invasive specimens.
Important skills include Age-Appropriate Care, Physical Needs Assessment, Psychological Needs Assessment, Daily Living Activities Assistance, Bathing Assistance, and Toileting Assistance.
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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 Pipestone Com Location: Pipestone, MN Address: 1311 N Hiawatha Ave, Pipestone, MN 56164, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $21.00 - $28.00
Department Details
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Competitive Compensation
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Sign on Bonus Available!
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Direct access to your earnings daily
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Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
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Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Generous Shift Differentials
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Health Savings Account
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Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
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Salary Increases
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Referral Bonuses
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Advancement Opportunities
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Paid Time Off
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Compassionate Leave
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Education Assistance
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Scholarships and Sponsorships
Job Summary
The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident as per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. May assist residents with meals and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate.
Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations. Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
Qualifications
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually based on state requirements. Maintains all department specific required certifications. When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Iowa: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
Minnesota: Must have nursing assistant certification, have completed the 75-hour course and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Successful completion of a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.
North Dakota: Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained. If working in an Assisted Living or Basic Care facility, Medication Assistant I certification required. If working in a skilled nursing facility, Medication Assistant II certification is required.
South Dakota: Must successfully complete the state approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course. CMA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing.
For all Good Samaritan and Sanford nursing facilities: Must have the state required certified/trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA). Active certified nursing assistant registration in state of practice, or ability to obtain within 120 days, is required.
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 [email protected].
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-0270380 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No
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