Care Partner-Medication Aide

About the role

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in East Lansing, MI. We are currently hiring a Medication Aide/Caregiver to work a Full or Part Time schedule. The position is available for shifts ranging from 6:00am to 2:00pm, 6:00am to 6:30pm, 2:00p to 10:00pm, 6:00pm to 6:30am, and 10:00pm to 6:00am.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as defined in medication procedure and according to the Medication Administration Record (MAR).
• Exhibit understanding of and follow medication policies and procedures.
• Maintain residents records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with BHRC policy and procedure.
• Monitor response to existing treatment plans, aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects; monitors residents for occurrence of such and notifies nurse.
• Absorb and document the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor.
• Assist with transporting residents, as necessary.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning and transporting into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, according to care plan and/or standards.
• Assist residents with daily oral, eye and ear care, toileting / bathing, dressing/undressing and other hygiene or daily activity functions according to care plan.
• Change dressings, bandages, binders, bedding etc., as instructed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months related experience and/or training in direct service with older adults, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CNA or nursing coursework completed is preferred. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimers type is helpful.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Willingness to handle difficult situations involving residents.
• You must be able to work independently as well as a part of a highly productive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months related experience and/or training in direct service with older adults, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CNA or nursing coursework completed is preferred. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimers type is helpful.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Willingness to handle difficult situations involving residents.
• You must be able to work independently as well as a part of a highly productive team.

Perks Outside of the Paycheck

• Senior advocacy
• Rewarding hospitality driven environment
• Growth opportunities
• Diverse culture
• Open door atmosphere
• Option to be paid daily
• Discounted employee meals
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program to all employees
• Eligible for benefits as of the 31st day of employment if Full Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Beautiful, resort-like campus on 38 acres
• Join an exceptional team!

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is Full or Part Time.