Certified Residential Medication Aide - Memory Care (DAY SHIFT)

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

21h

About The Position

The Certified Residential Medication Aide is responsible for the safe administration and supervision of residents’ medications and treatments in the Memory Care Department, following the Medication Administration Record (MAR), Treatment Administration Record (TAR), applicable regulations, company guidelines, and direction from licensed nursing staff or the Director of Health & Wellness. The role also provides personal and general nursing care, supports residents’ activities of daily living and other service-plan needs, and maintains accurate medication and medical records. The schedule is a day shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, 32 hours per week, with occasional weekends required.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one month of experience.
Acceptable English proficiency 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.
Strong time-management skills.
Strong teamwork and a passion for helping seniors.

Nice To Haves

Senior living experience preferred.
Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication in compliance with federal and state regulations and company guidelines, as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and document narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and immediately report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy, or notify the responsible party, when supplies reach seven days or less; notify a supervisor if fewer than two days remain and the medicine has not arrived.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and notify the pharmacy and Director of Health & Wellness of discrepancies.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date medication vials and bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their use.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current and new MARs at changeover and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them to the 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, restock as needed, and deep-clean them weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-service sessions.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and ensure records are complete within 48 hours according to policy and regulatory guidelines.