Med aide - Miller - PT Night

About the Role

The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to seniors under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and vital sign recording.
• Provide psycho-social support to residents.
• Help with transferring, repositioning, and range of motion exercises.
• Support nutritional needs by assisting with meals and snacks.
• Administer prescribed medications within scope and document care activities.
• Communicate changes in residents’ conditions to the charge nurse.
• Collect non-invasive specimens.
• Support wellness and recreational programs.
• Assist with housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean living environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum age 18.
• Prior clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.
• Completion of required competency testing and ongoing education credits annually.
• Certification requirements vary by state, including CNA and medication aide certifications.
• Ability to follow state-specific regulations and maintain required certifications.

Key Duties

• Provide basic personal and health care assistance.
• Administer medications as delegated and document care activities.
• Support residents' psychosocial and recreational needs.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, and exercises.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and supportive environment.