Assistant Resident Care Aide (CNA/QMA/MA)

Assistant Resident Care Aide (CNA/QMA/MA)

Watson, MN $28,009 - $36,099 a year

Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary: This role is ideal for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Qualified Medical Assistants (QMA), or Medical Assistants (MA) seeking supplemental income. The position offers flexible, as-needed scheduling with typical hours ranging from 8 to 16 biweekly, plus additional opportunities to cover sick or vacation shifts. PRN scheduling is available across all three shifts.

Purpose of Position: The Assistant Resident Care Aide supports the health and well-being of residents in a county-operated residential home located in the Midwest region. Responsibilities include limited nursing, environmental, and nutritional tasks designed to promote resident comfort and care.

Essential Functions:

• Administer and document medication reminders and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Assist residents with special needs and measure vital signs as required.
• Order medications under the direction of the Care Team Coordinator.
• Prepare monthly summaries and maintain accurate resident charts.
• Conduct periodic resident checks and transport residents to medical appointments.
• Maintain cleanliness of residents' living areas.
• Collaborate with staff to provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Perform cooking duties as needed.
• Complete other assigned tasks.
• Maintain daily records of residents' activities and conditions.

Education & Qualification Requirements:

• Preferred certification as a Qualified Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to maintain routine health records and files accurately.
• Competence in administering medications and simple medical procedures such as blood pressure and temperature measurements.
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read and interpret menus and food preparation instructions.

Work involves precise record-keeping and strict adherence to physician instructions for medication administration. Supervisory oversight and cross-checking with medical professionals ensure accuracy, as errors could have serious consequences for residents.

Collaborate closely with supervisors, department colleagues, residents, physicians, and pharmacists to meet residents' needs.

Work is performed in a home-like nursing environment with direct physical contact with residents. Some exposure to dirt and grease may occur during environmental and nutritional tasks.