Medication Aide, NOC

Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place • Nampa, ID

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About The Position

Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place is currently seeking a NOC Medication Aide (Wed-Sun) to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. About the Opportunity The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also 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 through professional conduct and interactions. Critical Success Factors Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements 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.

Requirements

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements 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.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents
• observes the resident taking the medication
• notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects
• correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records
• communicates any concerns or observations with 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 through professional conduct and interactions

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees