Medication Aide

About the role

The Senior Living Community is seeking a Medication Aide to join their dedicated team. The role involves administering prescribed medications and treatments, observing residents taking medications, documenting effects, and supporting daily living activities. The ideal candidate should be guided by CAPLICO core values and possess the necessary qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements.
• Observes residents taking medications, notes effects, documents required information in medication administration records, and communicates concerns or observations to relevant personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice, and preserves dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Requirements

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state and facility requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating, willing to collaborate, and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible, able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.