Sanford Health
Location
International Falls, Minnesota
Salary
$20 - $28 / HOUR
The Medication Assistant serves as a caregiver providing resident-centered nursing care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of a charge nurse. Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications as delegated, documenting resident outcomes, and communicating changes in condition to the nurse.
Candidates should ideally have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old, with prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care being preferred. Specific state certifications, such as CNA and Medication Aide/Assistant courses, are required based on the location of employment.
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
$20.00 - $28.00 Union Position: No Department Details This position does not have a set schedule, but allows you to pick up shifts when it works for you! Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment Shift Differential for nights and weekends Holiday Pay Direct access to your earnings daily Paid Time Off Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan Salary Increases Referral Bonuses Advancement Opportunities Compassionate Leave Education Assistance Scholarships and Sponsorships Continuing Education Years of Service Recognition Program 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.
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.
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