Medication Aide

Lakepoint Villa Assisted Living • Oshkosh, WI

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About The Position

Lakepoint Villa Assisted Living is seeking a part-time, second-shift Medication Aide to support residents, their families, and the community. The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance, following state regulations and facility requirements for safe administration. The aide observes residents taking medication, notes its effects—including unexpected or adverse effects—documents required information in medication administration records, and communicates concerns or observations to the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.

The role also supports residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. The Medication Aide encourages resident independence and choice, preserves residents’ dignity, and interacts with them professionally. The organization is guided by the CAPLICO Core Values: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second (Employee First!), and Ownership.

Requirements

• Successfully complete medication assistance training in compliance with state regulatory and facility requirements.
• Maintain current medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Demonstrate compassionate and empathetic personal interactions.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Be self-supervising and self-motivating, and willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Be adaptable, flexible, and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple demands and tasks concurrently.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Meet 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

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and facility requirements.
• Observe residents taking medication and note effects, including unexpected or adverse effects.
• Document required information accurately in residents’ medication administration records.
• Communicate concerns and observations to the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator, or designated personnel.
• Support residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourage resident independence and choice and preserve resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

What This Job Offers

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