Medication Aide-2
@ Lexington Assisted LivingMedication Aide-2
About the job
Our senior living community is part of The Pennant Group, providing compassionate care and support. The Medication Aide administers medications, monitors effects, documents, and supports residents with daily activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Requirements
- Medication assistance training
- Effective communication skills
- Self-motivated and team-oriented
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior care experience preferred
- CPR certification preferred
- Meets age requirements
- Compassionate and empathetic
Full job description
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:
Celebration
Accountability
Passion for Learning
Love One Another
Intelligent Risk Taking
Customer Second (Employee First!)
Ownership
If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.
About the Opportunity
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, 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. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.
Critical Success Factors
- Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
- Maintains 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; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/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.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Pay Range: 18.00 - 20.00
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
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