Resident Assistant, Medication Aide, Long Term Care - Part time/weekend shift
Job Summary
Provides care and services such as medication administration, healthcare services, activities of daily living assistance and other duties, as assigned, in a caring, safe and efficient manner and is responsible to perform according to location standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
- May administer medications with proper training.
- Aids residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance.
- Aids residents with bathing and maintaining cleanliness of all body areas.
- Aids residents with toileting needs.
- Aids residents with dressing and undressing and maintaining proper clothing.
- Aids residents in transferring, repositioning and walking.
- Obtains vital signs accurately and reports changes in resident health status.
- Adheres to OSHA and CDC guidelines to minimize infections by following aseptic cleaning techniques, including those that apply to blood borne pathogens.
- Demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical use, and follows SDS guidelines for any exposure.
- Assists with preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals and snacks to residents following orders, standards and regulations.
- Folds, hangs and distributes clean linens and personal clothing.
- Prepares and launders soiled linen / clothing.
- Cleans residents' rooms and bathrooms, work areas and other public areas.
- Takes part in community involvement in location and works with volunteers.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
- If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.
- Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.
Benefits
Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
Pay & Schedule
- Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50
- Pay Info: Additional pay for weekends
- Job Schedule: Part time
- Weekly Hours: 8.00
Benefits
Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
About the Role
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.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED may be required based on working state.
- If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.
- Must complete and maintain assigned medication administration training program and competencies per state guidelines.
Skills
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Benefits
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 talent@sanfordcareers.com. 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.
Application Instructions
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