Certified Medication Aide - 2nd Shift

Certified Medication Aide (2nd Shift 3pm-11pm every other weekend).

We are seeking a Positive, Compassionate, Dependable, Certified Medication Aide to provide support for our community’s residents with the essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with.

• Certified Medication Aide is responsible for administering daily medication to residents.
• Duties include monitoring residents, reporting changes, and collecting samples.
• The ideal medication aide will be extremely detail-oriented and possess in-depth knowledge of resident care procedures.
• Providing excellent resident care is a vital part of this job, which is why excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed.

What You’ll Do:

Provide Care:

• Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to residents.
• Record medication dosages and times.
• Observe residents and document changes in their condition.
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned.
• Uphold all health and safety standards.
• Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others.
• You WILL work a duo role- medication aide and caregiver.

Communicate:

• Coordinate with different nurses to assist with resident care and medications.
• Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications.
• Respond to resident emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify residents' needs.
• Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare.
• Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Bring:

Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or relevant qualification.
• Must be a certified medication aide.
• A minimum of 1 year (hands on) experience as a medication aide. You must have been working as a medication aide previously.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology.
• CPR/First Aid Certification desired (unless required by the State).
• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred.

Engagement:

• Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects from start to finish.
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
• Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the elderly.
• Must pass State and company background checks.