PRN Certified Medication Aide
About the company
Grand Living is changing the way generations embrace life and is quickly becoming an iconic brand in senior hospitality. What began as a vision to create distinctive senior living communities has evolved into a collection of remarkable residences, offering luxury-inspired amenities and extraordinary service to residents and guests. Our communities include gracious apartments, stunning décor and design excellence at every turn, but from the moment you are greeted, you'll experience something far more luxurious than the architecture: our people. Their unparalleled commitment to personal service in every engagement is at the very heart of what we do.
About the role
The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for enhancing the overall Resident experience through the provision of exceptional daily nursing care and service in accordance with each resident's personalized care plan. The Certified Medication Aide assists with activities of daily living, like dressing, eating, grooming, communicating, toileting, personal hygiene and mobility needs, as well as preparing and administering medications according to health care provider instructions and within the scope of Grand Living's license. This is to be handled in The Sterling Touch® friendly, courteous, helpful, timely and professional manner, resulting in a high level of Resident satisfaction. The Certified Medication Aide is under the general guidance of the Director of Health and Wellness in accordance with Community standards, processes, procedures, practices and philosophy.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living: dressing, eating, grooming, communicating, toileting, personal hygiene, and mobility needs
- Prepare and administer medications according to health care provider instructions and within the scope of Grand Living's license
- Provide care in accordance with each resident's personalized care plan
- Deliver service in The Sterling Touch® manner: friendly, courteous, helpful, timely, and professional
- Work under the general guidance of the Director of Health and Wellness
- Follow Community standards, processes, procedures, practices, and philosophy
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certified Medication Aide License
- 1-2 years of experience working with seniors (preferred, not required)
- Ability to read, write, and understand English to provide assistance with ADLs, observe and provide medication assistance, react and communicate during emergencies, and communicate with employees, supervisors, residents, and guests
- Physical ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull, and work continuously without sitting for extended periods
- Ability to lift or carry up to 40 pounds
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program: 120 hours in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, continuing to build with length of service (part-time staff earn PTO at lesser rates)
- Affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision, and more
- 401(k) with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution
- Automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members
- Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
- Free employee meals (must meet eligibility requirements)
- Access to Grand Spa & Fitness facilities at designated times
- High-end upscale environment with exquisite cuisine