Medication Assistant, Certified (Long Term Care)

About the role

The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under the supervision of a charge nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, vital signs, psycho-social support, transfers, range of motion exercises, and meal assistance to promote residents' well-being
• Administer prescribed medications within scope of practice
• Document care activities and communicate resident condition changes
• Collect vital signs and non-invasive specimens
• Support housekeeping, laundry, wellness, and recreational activities, encouraging resident participation
• Participate in departmental committees as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum age 18 preferred
• Prior clinical or long-term care experience is advantageous
• Must complete annual competency testing
• Maintain continuing education credits (minimum 12 hours/year)
• Certification requirements vary by state, including CNA and medication aide certifications, with ongoing certification maintenance
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance may be required, depending on location