MEDICATION AIDE (E/F) - PART TIME, 1ST SHIFT

Blanchard Valley Health System • Findlay, OH

116d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving direct resident care and performing Medication aide, well as, Nurse aide functions. This includes, but is not limited to administration of medication, as directed, as well as care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Nurse, and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Independence House policy and procedure, Independence House ethical statement and resident rights, subject to the employee handbook.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current certification, State of Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
• Medication Aide certificate.
• Must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.
• Must have excellent communication skills to perform daily tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served.
• Basic knowledge of the principles related to the aging adult and problems associated with aging.
• Ability to assess data reflective of the resident status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each resident's needs.

Responsibilities

• Support licensed staff by providing direct resident care.
• Administer medication as directed.
• Care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Nurse.

Benefits

• $1,500 Sign On Bonus!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED