Medication Assistant, Certified, Long Term Care (LTC)
CARIN Alliance · Humboldt, SD · 4 days ago
Full-time
About the Role
The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision, addressing physical and psychological needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and transferring using proper techniques.
- Record vital signs, collect non-invasive specimens, and monitor residents' health status.
- Administer prescribed medications within scope of practice and document care outcomes.
- Support psycho-social well-being through personal care and recreational activities.
- Help with food preparation, dining, housekeeping, and laundry to maintain a clean environment.
- Communicate changes in resident condition and collaborate with nursing staff.
- Encourage participation in wellness and recreational programs.
- Participate in departmental committees as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 18.
- Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
- Completion of state-specific certification courses (CNA, CMA, TMA) required.
- Maintain annual continuing education credits and required certifications.
Skills
- Good communication.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to follow protocols.