CNA Caregiver/Medication Aide PT 2nd Shift

About the Role

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, and communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health, while encouraging resident independence, supporting resident choice, and preserving resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per state regulatory requirements
• Observe residents taking medication and note effects, including unexpected or adverse reactions
• Document required information in medication administration records accurately
• Communicate concerns or observations to Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel
• Assist residents with activities of daily living: personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health
• Encourage resident independence, support resident choice, and preserve dignity

Requirements

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state regulatory requirements and facility requirements
• Maintain up-to-date medication certification according to state regulations
• Compassionate and empathetic in all interactions
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage and prioritize multiple demands/tasks concurrently
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations
• CBRF Class Certifications: Standard Precautions, First Aid and Choking, Fire Safety, and Medication Administration (assistance available if needed)

Schedule

Part-time 2nd shift; availability required every other weekend and every other company-recognized holiday.

Culture & Values

Scandinavian Court Assisted Living operates under the CAPLICO core values: Customer Second (Employee First!) — prioritizing employees' health and work-life balance so they can provide life-changing services; Accountability — holding ourselves to the highest standards of care and professionalism; Passion for Learning — ongoing training and innovation are part of our DNA; Love One Another — striving to see and treat each other as people whose interests matter as much as our own; Intelligent Risk Taking — trusting judgment, encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship; Celebration — celebrating successes and making work fun; Ownership — rewarding and supporting employees who treat the company as if they owned it. These values guide decision-making and inspire the team to be better people, in and out of work.