Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Resident Assistant - Medication Aide

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timePine River, MN, USA$18 - $25.50In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED may be required based on the state where the employee works.
If working at a facility that uses a lift to move residents, the employee must meet the minimum state age requirement.
Complete and maintain the assigned medication administration training program and competencies according to state guidelines.

Responsibilities

Provide medication administration, healthcare services, assistance with activities of daily living, and other assigned duties in a caring, safe, and efficient manner while following location standards and procedures.
Assist residents with self-administration of medications and, after proper training, administer medications.
Assist residents with maintaining a clean and proper appearance, bathing, personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, undressing, transferring, repositioning, and walking.
Accurately obtain vital signs and report changes in residents’ health status.
Follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines to minimize infections, including aseptic cleaning techniques for bloodborne pathogens.
Use chemicals safely and follow Safety Data Sheet guidelines in the event of exposure.
Prepare and serve nutritious, appealing meals and snacks according to orders, standards, and regulations.
Fold, hang, and distribute clean linens and personal clothing; prepare and launder soiled linens and clothing.
Clean residents’ rooms and bathrooms, work areas, and other public areas.
Participate in community involvement at the location and work with volunteers.

Desired Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

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:

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.50





Union Position:

Department Details

Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922

At Good Samaritan Pine River, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

What’s in it for you:
• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Flexible schedule you can set
• Advancement opportunities
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• 401K Retirement with employer match

Shift Details
· various shifts to pick up
· requires 6 shifts minimum per month with one weekend a month (unless approved)
· create a schedule that works for you

Apply today to learn more!

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.

Job Description

Assists residents with self-administration of medications. May administer medications with proper training. Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance. Assists residents with bathing and maintaining cleanliness of all body areas. Helps residents with toileting needs. Helps residents with dressing and undressing and maintaining proper clothing. Assists residents in transferring, repositioning and walking. Obtain 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.

Sanford 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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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