Sanford Health
Location
Atkinson, Nebraska
Salary
$19 - $28 / HOUR
The Certified Medication Assistant provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting resident outcomes and behaviors.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and hold active state-specific certifications such as CNA and Medication Aide/Assistant. A minimum of 3 months of experience in long-term care is required, along with the ability to travel to multiple locations.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Compensation:
$18.50 - $28.00 Union Position: No Department Details · Travel required to support multiple locations within 150-mile radius of permanent address · Mileage reimbursement provided for required travel · Premium Pay Rates: · $5/hour premium on all hours worked. · $1.25/hour weekend shift differential · $1.25/hour evening/night shift differential (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM) Experience Requirements: · 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred) Scheduling Requirements: · Minimum of 30 hours per month · One weekend shift per month 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.
The CMA 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. The CMA 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. The CMA administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations. The CMA 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. The CMA 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. The CMA provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate. The CMA 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 of 18 years of age. 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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