Certified Medication Aide
About The Position
Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to administer routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and Primrose policy. The role also provides resident care that may include personal hygiene, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, meal services, and other duties and services as assigned within the community. The Medication Aide collaborates with and supports the nursing department, other departments, medical professionals, consultants, residents, and families in an efficient and economical manner, helping each resident attain or maintain the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Requirements
- Current certification as a Medication Aide or Assistant, or Qualified Medication Administration Person, in accordance with state regulations.
- Maintain CPR/First Aid certification in accordance with state regulations.
- Attend assigned in-service training and maintain continuing education hours if required for certification.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Basic knowledge of computer software and programs.
- Able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a long-term care or assisted living environment.
- Knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias, and related memory impairments.
Responsibilities
- Administer routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and Primrose policy.
- Provide resident care, which may include personal hygiene, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, and meal services.
- Perform other duties and services as assigned within the community.
- Collaborate with and assist the nursing department, other departments, medical professionals, consultants, residents, and families.
- Support residents in attaining or maintaining the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Benefits
- Opportunities for full-time hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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