Level 1 Medication Aide (L1MA)

Cedarhurst of Arnold • Arnold, MO

13d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Level One Medication Aide (L1MA) reports directly to the Director of Nursing and administers medications while providing direct resident care in accordance with individualized care plans. The role supports activities of daily living, promotes residents’ safety and wellbeing, and ensures accurate documentation of care and medication delivery. By observing and reporting changes in residents’ conditions, assisting with restorative techniques, and communicating with supervisors, physicians, and families, the L1MA supports residents’ independence and a safe, person-centered environment.

The role includes medication administration and recordkeeping, resident monitoring, assistance with daily care and mobility, support for nutrition and hydration, and participation in fall prevention and facility activities. The L1MA also contributes to medication-system oversight, staff communication and development, and a collaborative workplace. Employees must follow infection prevention and control protocols, stay current with required training, and complete applicable pre-employment screening and health assessments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and active state-approved medication aide or technician certification.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas.
• Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, or balance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and identify and interpret written information.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Compliance with required infection prevention and control protocols and use of PPE when necessary.
• Completion of required background check, drug screening, and health assessments, such as TB testing or physical evaluations.
• Stay current on training and ongoing education initiatives and pursue continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Insulin certification.
• CPR or BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care and distribute medications according to each resident’s individualized plan of care.
• Observe residents, report changes in condition to physicians, health care proxies, and supervisors, and provide timely interventions and communication as instructed.
• Document relevant observations, red flags, incidents, interventions, communications, clinical procedures, and medication assistance and care throughout the shift.
• Pass required information to the next shift and supervisor in a timely manner, and oversee timely documentation by Resident Assistants as indicated.
• Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars as assigned.
• Conduct proactive interventions, monitoring, and safety checks in resident rooms and during rounds.
• Administer and document medications according to the five rights: right medication, route, resident, time, and dose.
• Provide glucose monitoring and administer insulin if insulin-certified.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing or showering, oral care, toileting, and dressing.
• Assist residents with nutritional and hydration needs and document appropriately on the nursing record.
• Perform restorative nursing techniques, including proper positioning, ADL training, and Passive Range of Motion.
• Assist residents with transfers and ambulation as directed, use proper body mechanics, and respond to urgent calls as needed.
• Encourage residents to participate in scheduled facility activities and assist them in getting to activities as needed.
• Maintain a restraint-free environment and support fall prevention programs for residents who need them.
• Help welcome, orient, and transfer residents according to facility procedures.
• Assist with post-mortem care as instructed.
• Support medication delivery-system oversight, including timely order entry, receipt and tracking, daily MAR documentation, narcotic counts, and medication check-in as assigned.
• Notify the pharmacy and supervisor of medication issues and work to resolve them promptly.
• Attend in-service classes and staff meetings, help orient new employees, and lead or coach resident assistants and certified nursing assistants to improve performance.
• Promote residents’ physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing and support their return to their maximum level of self-care and independence when possible.
• Understand and follow residents’ Advance Directives.
• Ensure effective communication by community staff with residents’ families about residents’ physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively, follow management direction, take initiative, and engage in conflict intervention and resolution as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols, including using PPE when necessary.
• Participate in staff activities that foster teamwork, unity, and morale, and keep current with training and ongoing education.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match after one year of service for eligible employees.
• GROW Points rewards system.
• Exclusive Skechers shoe discounts.
• Early paycheck access.
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED