Caregiver

Allegro Senior Living•Grinnell, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Windsor Manor Senior Living in Grinnell is seeking a Full-Time CMA / Medication Aide / Caregiver to join their Assisted Living community. This role offers paid training for the right candidate, with opportunities for growth into a CMA/Medication Aide position. The environment is described as calmer and more personal than hospitals, focusing on compassion, teamwork, and resident-centered care. The Medication Assistant is responsible for providing resident care services, including assisting with the self-administration of medication, under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, and contributing to a positive living environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age.
Must possess current Medication Training certification.
Must have a positive Criminal Background Screening.
Willingness to learn and grow into a CMA / Medication Aide role.
Dependable and compassionate personality.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work evenings, overnights, and weekends as scheduled.
May be a Licensed or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant (NA), depending on state requirements; if licensed or certified, must be in good standing with the state licensing or certifying agency.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year experience with senior adults highly preferred.
Certification in CPR and first aid preferred or as required by the State.
Previous experience with computerized resident documentation systems preferred.
Caregiver or CNA experience.
No Medication Aide certification yet is acceptable if the candidate is the right fit and willing to be trained.

Responsibilities

Provide resident care services, including assistance with self-administration of medication, according to scheduled duties.
Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for residents.
Approach all encounters with residents, associates, and visitors in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care.
Work closely with and maintain daily communications with Resident Services associates to ensure continuity of care.
Participate in and lead resident activities as needed.
Meet customer service standards in a friendly, helpful, courteous manner with resident satisfaction as a priority.
Perform other job duties as assigned.