Sanford Health·Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Provide resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a charge nurse. Administer prescribed medications and document resident outcomes, behaviors, and dietary needs.
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.
8 Hours - Evening Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$19.50 - $28.00 $3,500 Bonus Eligible!
The Good Samaritan Sanford Health - Sioux Falls Center is a 2025 Bronze National Quality Award winner & a top-rated 88-bed facility offering post-acute rehabilitation services & long-term/skilled care facility.
Rare opportunity for a Monday-Friday LTC nursing position! Full-time Evenings / PM shift CMA, Certified Medication Assistant 40 hours per week - 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Monday-Friday (No Weekends!) $1.25/hour evening shift premiums for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. $1.25/hour weekend shift premium $2,500 Bonus Eligible!
Qualifies for all the great benefits offered by Good Samaritan Sanford Health!
The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as 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 as 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.
May participate in departmental/organization committees and task forces as needed.
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Minimum age of 18 preferred. Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience in long-term care preferred.
Satisfactorily completes yearly department specific competency testing and maintains a record of continuing education credits for each year. A minimum of 12 hours continuing education are required annually based on state requirements. Maintains all department specific required certifications. When applicable, may need a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Require Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing. CNA certification must be maintained with the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant course once CNA certification is obtained.
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 talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Requires a state-approved Certified Medication Aide/Assistant (CMA/TMA) certification and active CNA registration. High school diploma or GED is preferred, along with prior long-term care experience.
Market context
In South Dakota, nursing support roles such as CNA and Medication Aide positions are often sought in long-term care and related facility settings, where dependable staffing is important. Competition can center on active certifications, comfort with hands-on care, and experience in similar environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and if you apply, emphasize your certifications and any facility-based experience.