Caregiver

Lotus Gardens Senior Living • Appleton, WI

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Lotus Gardens Senior Living is seeking a Medication Aide/Caregiver to join their team. This role involves administering prescribed medications and treatments to residents, observing their effects, documenting information, and communicating any concerns to the Wellness Director or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also assists residents with activities of daily living, promoting independence, resident choice, and dignity.

Requirements

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents.
• Observes residents taking medication and notes effects, including unexpected or adverse effects.
• Documents required information in residents’ medication administration records.
• Communicates concerns or observations to the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice, and preserves resident dignity.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED