CMA FT Straight Nights

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift :

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Salary Range : $18.50 - $28.00$7500 Sign On Bonus Available!

Union Position : No

Department Details

Shift : 6pm - 630am

Rotating weekends and holidays

Shift differentials available for night and weekend shifts

Our staff is compassionate and dedicated to the residents. The Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US.

Since our founding in 1922 we have been driven by our mission and belief. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect dignity and compassion.

Some of the benefits to working at Good Samaritan Society are

Competitive Compensation

Direct access to your earnings daily

Shift Differential

Flexible Scheduling Options Available

Fun Family Oriented Work Environment

Excellent Health Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Salary Increases

Referral Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Compassionate Leave

Education Assistance

Scholarships and Sponsorships

Continuing Education

Years of Service Recognition Program

Summary

The Assisted Living 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.

Job Description

Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident 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.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred but not required.

Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience 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 drivers 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 : 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 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 all Good Samaritan Society Locations : Must have the state required certified / trained medication aide certification (CMA or TMA). It is assumed that one must have their certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification prior to attaining their TMA / CMA.

Sanford is an EEO / AA Employer M / F / Disability / Vet.

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 18 - 7500