Saratoga Retirement Community - Medication Aide

Transforming Age•Saratoga, CA

4d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Upscale Retirement Community in Saratoga! Become a valued part of our vibrant, 5-star, 94-bed Skilled Nursing Facility at Saratoga Retirement Community. We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate team members to join our supportive and dynamic community! At Saratoga Retirement Community, we prioritize the well-being of both our residents and staff. We foster a culture of compassion, professional growth, and mutual respect—because when you thrive, so do those in your care! We are currently seeking a Medication Aide! You will ensure the safe medication delivery to residents and help deliver bedsidecare that is person centered, individualized, and clinically competent. This role pays $24.50 - $27.59 / hr DOE Understand the importance of resident rights in healthcare as well as the community as a whole, and advocate for operations, processes, and decisions that are in residents’ best interests. Communicate any change of condition immediately to licensed nurse team.|Observe universal precautions when providing direct care. Administer medication to residents in accordance with community policy and procedure and with written physician or nurse practitioner orders.|Document medication administration using appropriate procedures and following changes in dosage, medication additions or discontinuations, changes between routine and PRN, adverse side effects or other significant events. Review 24hr report, shift change report, and other nursing notes to be informed of changes in residents conditions. Participate in ongoing education, training, and in-service programs.|Provide personal care assistance to residents as needed. Encourage residents to participate in social activities and gain understanding of each resident’s interests to provide meaningful activities and interactions. Provide response assistance for resident calls in the facility or community as a whole. Contribute information to the level of care assessments as requested.|Report and record all medication errors and near misses through incident reports. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year’s experience providing care as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), preferably in a long-term care environment.
Valid Certified Medication Assistant (CMA) certification by state Board of Nursing.
Current and valid CPR and first aid certification.
Computer skills, including previous experience with clinical software programs.

Responsibilities

Understand the importance of resident rights in healthcare as well as the community as a whole, and advocate for operations, processes, and decisions that are in residents’ best interests.
Communicate any change of condition immediately to licensed nurse team.
Observe universal precautions when providing direct care.
Administer medication to residents in accordance with community policy and procedure and with written physician or nurse practitioner orders.
Document medication administration using appropriate procedures and following changes in dosage, medication additions or discontinuations, changes between routine and PRN, adverse side effects or other significant events.
Review 24hr report, shift change report, and other nursing notes to be informed of changes in residents conditions.
Participate in ongoing education, training, and in-service programs.
Provide personal care assistance to residents as needed.
Encourage residents to participate in social activities and gain understanding of each resident’s interests to provide meaningful activities and interactions.
Provide response assistance for resident calls in the facility or community as a whole.
Contribute information to the level of care assessments as requested.
Report and record all medication errors and near misses through incident reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Choose from multiple plans for you and your dependents, effective the 1st of the month after hire, with premiums subsidized at 90% for employees.
Health Savings Account (HSA): When enrolled in a qualifying HDHP, we contribute half your deductible to help cover your medical expenses. Funds roll over and are yours to keep!
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible expenses and help lower your out-of-pocket costs
Dental & Vision Insurance: Bundled coverage and multiple options, with premiums subsidized at 90% for employees.
Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-provided coverage to help protect you and your loved ones.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Use it as you earn it—take time off when you want or choose PTO+ for extra pay. Paid Sick Leave also available.
403(b) with Employer Match 100% of the first 3% contribution, then 50% of the next 2% contribution after 1 year of employment.
Employee Deli: Convenient onsite dining with a variety of meal options
Scholarships: Funded by residents to support your education and professional growth.
Subsidized Parking or Public Transportation: We help with your commute costs!
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Invite your friends to join our team and score $$ when they’re hired
Resident Appreciation Bonus: An annual “thank you” from our residents recognizing your service and dedication.