Resident Assistant, Medication Aide PRN

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 Americas heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Compensation:

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

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 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.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC