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CMA I - Certified Medication Assistant - PT - Straight Weekends- Augusta

Good Samaritan, Bismarck, North Dakota, us, 58502

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CMA I - Certified Medication Assistant - PT - Straight Weekends- Augusta

(Good Samaritan)

The role is located at GSS ND Bi Augusta Pl, Bismarck, ND. Address: 301 Lorrain Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA.

Employment Details

Shift:

Evening

Job Schedule:

Part time

Weekly Hours:

24.00

Salary Range:

20.00 - 28.00

Pay Info:

May qualify for a sign-on bonus of $1,000

Seniority level:

Entry level

Employment type:

Part-time

Job function:

Administrative

Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as a caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a charge nurse. Knowledge of and delivers age-appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the resident per plan of care. Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psycho-social support and other personal care to assigned resident. May assist the resident in transferring, re-positioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment and provides range of motion and passive exercises. Completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. May assist residents with meals and snacks; provide water and supplements as appropriate.

Administers prescribed medications as delegated by a licensed nurse and within their scope of practice as defined by state regulations. Documents the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and dietary. Communicates changing condition, medication follow-up and care related concerns/responses to the charge nurse. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens and gathers vital signs. Provides housekeeping and laundry services to assist residents with keeping living areas clean and operational. Provides assistance and documentation with wellness and recreational programs and encourages residents to participate.

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Minimum age of 18 preferred; prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.

Completes yearly department-specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits (minimum 12 hours annually).

Valid driver's license and auto insurance may be required.

State requirements:

***Iowa:*** Requires Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. Must complete a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.

***Minnesota:*** Must have nursing assistant certification, completed the 75‑hour course, and be registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. Must complete a state-approved Trained Medication Assistant course.

***North Dakota:*** Requires CNA certification with the State Board of Nursing. Must complete a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course. Medication Assistant I certification required for Assisted Living or Basic Care facilities; Medication Assistant II required for skilled nursing facilities.

***South Dakota:*** Must successfully complete the state-approved Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course and maintain certification.

All Good Samaritan locations require state‑required CMA or TMA certification (CMA/TMA). CNA certification is assumed prerequisite.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

401(k) retirement plan.

Work/life balance benefits.

Generous time‑off package.

Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off for qualifying positions.

401(k) retirement savings.

Additional employee perks.

Daycare partnerships within the community.

Scholarships and sponsorships to support further learning and education.

Night, weekend, and pick‑up shift differentials available.

Direct access to earnings daily.

EEO Statement The 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@sanfordhealth.org.

Drug‑Free Workplace Policy Accepted offers will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening.

Reference Number R-0243981

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