$19-$21

Senior Lifestyle•Holland, MI

20d

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for safe medication administration and supervision of self-administered medications in the Assisted Living Department, in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and company guidelines. The aide works as directed by an LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director. The role also includes providing personal and general nursing care, supporting residents’ activities of daily living and individual service plans, and helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized care environment. The position is an overnight role from 11 PM to 7 AM. It requires accurate medication and resident records, communication of concerns and discrepancies to supervisors, and participation in staff training and in-services.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one month of experience.
Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.
English proficiency sufficient to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and coworkers, and respond to and communicate during emergencies.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Superior time-management skills.
Strong teamwork and a passion for helping seniors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication and administer prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the MAR and TAR, following regulations and company guidelines.
Count and sign for narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and promptly report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy, or notify the responsible party when supplies are down to seven days; notify a supervisor if supplies are below two days and medicine has not arrived.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and report discrepancies to the pharmacy and Director of Health and Wellness.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date medication vials or bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their use.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current and replacement MARs during changeovers and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them to a supervisor.
Provide personal care, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and assistance with eating.
Provide general nursing care, including taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document required information in the daily log and notify a supervisor of concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with assigned needs.
Clean medication carts daily at the end of the shift and restock them as needed; deep-clean carts weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and ensure medical records are complete within 48 hours.
Support residents’ activities of daily living, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs.