Medication Aide - La Vida Del Mar

La Vida Del Mar•Solana Beach, CA

21h

About The Position

Medication Aides at La Vida Del Mar partner with the Director of Assisted Living and the Memory Care Director to assist with residents’ medication delivery and management, activities of daily living, and observation, documentation, and reporting of resident conditions. The role includes medication preparation and documentation, communication with residents and care partners, supporting resident care plans, and responding to medical needs. The position is offered on either the NOC shift (10:30 PM–7:00 AM) or PM shift (2:30 PM–11:00 PM), full time, including weekends. The hourly wage is $23–$27, depending on experience. Senior Resource Group (SRG) has developed and operated senior living communities for over 37 years, with a focus on community design, service, and care.

Requirements

CNA or experienced caregiver.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Completion of state regulatory certifications and ongoing training requirements.
Six months of experience in a related position.
Comply with licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yardi, eMAR, Schedule Pop, ADP, or other relevant platforms.

Responsibilities

Prepare and assist with medications prescribed by healthcare providers for residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Document medications given or not given in eMAR.
Communicate with residents, healthcare providers, family or POA, and the Director or Nurse regarding medication-order changes, refill challenges, and missed scheduled doses.
Observe, report, and document changes in resident conditions in Yardi EHR progress notes and the Nurse to Med Aide Communication Log.
Document resident concerns on the End of Shift Report and follow up on them.
Reorder and receive medications; ensure residents do not run out and that medications are logged, properly labeled, and stored.
Notify the Director or Nurse of medication discrepancies.
Provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
Assist with internal incident reports and data entry into Yardi EHR.
Document alert charting once per shift in Yardi EHR progress notes.
Document monthly weights and vital signs as needed in Yardi EHR.
Maintain clean and organized medication rooms, medication carts, and medication overflow areas.
Complete narcotic counts with the oncoming shift.
Destroy medications according to policy.
Participate in weekly medication audits.
Respond to resident pendant calls as needed.
Assist residents with activities of daily living according to their personalized service plans.
Collaborate with caregivers to provide quality resident care and recommend ways to improve care quality.
Follow infection-control procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and family information.
Follow SRG policies and procedures.
Complete monthly training assignments as scheduled or assigned by the Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.