Medication Aide

Mira Vie at West Milford•West Milford, NJ

About The Position

Distinctive Living is hiring a Medication Aide for its Mira Vie at West Milford community in West Milford, New Jersey. The Medication Aide carries out activities of daily living services for residents according to their individual service plans. Duties include medication management and administration, personal care, and communication with medical professionals and residents’ families about resident needs. The role operates under the direction of the Director, Health and Wellness and must comply with applicable regulatory standards. The position also involves documenting services and changes in residents’ conditions, coordinating with other Medication Aides, participating in meal service, and supervising staff during working hours. The Medication Aide maintains required certifications and training, supports continuous quality improvement, follows applicable care, privacy, workplace safety, and documentation requirements, and assists with workplace injury processes when required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
State-required HHA certification or CNA license.
At least six months of supervisory experience in a health-related field.
Ability to read physician orders and match them to residents’ Medication Administration Records.
Medical terminology knowledge sufficient to administer medications and communicate with medical professionals.

Responsibilities

Follow each resident’s service plan in a friendly and supportive manner, including administering medications according to physician orders and the Medication Administration Record.
Document the completion of tasks delivered each day.
Document observed changes in residents’ conditions in accordance with local regulations and company policies.
Communicate with other Medication Aides about resident needs to support consistent quality of care.
Participate in meal service, including serving, clearing, and cleaning the dining room.
Manage staff under the Medication Aide’s supervision during working hours.
Maintain certifications required by local and state licensing agencies, including ongoing in-service training, accreditations, coursework, and certifications.
Follow the Continuous Quality Improvement program and help ensure services are complete and tailored to each resident; report quality issues to the immediate supervisor for correction.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal requirements for resident care and documentation, including HIPAA, OSHA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
Work safely, support safe practices among employees, correct unsafe actions, and comply with Safety Committee Standards.
When required after workplace injuries, assist the Executive Director and Director, Health and Wellness with investigation, return-to-work processes, and communications with the injured worker’s care provider and the Management Company.