Medication Aide - Part Time

Mira Vie at Forsgate•Monroe Township, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Distinctive Living is seeking a part-time Medication Aide for Mira Vie at Forsgate in Monroe, New Jersey. The Medication Aide carries out activities of daily living services for residents according to their service plans. Duties include medication management, personal care, and communicating 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 includes documenting services and observed changes in residents’ conditions, coordinating with other Medication Aides, assisting with meal service, and supervising staff during working hours. The Medication Aide maintains required certifications and training, follows continuous quality improvement and safety programs, and complies with applicable local, state, and federal requirements, including HIPAA, OSHA, and blood-borne pathogen guidelines.

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.
Understanding of medical terminology sufficient to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.

Responsibilities

Follow each resident’s service plan in a friendly and supportive manner.
Pass resident medications according to physician orders and the Medication Administration Record.
Document completion of daily tasks and observed changes in residents’ conditions in accordance with applicable rules and policies.
Communicate resident needs with other Medication Aides to support consistent quality of care.
Participate in meal service, including serving, clearing, and cleaning the dining room.
Manage staff under supervision during working hours.
Maintain certifications, accreditations, coursework, and ongoing in-service training required by local and state licensing agencies.
Follow the Continuous Quality Improvement program and help ensure services are complete and designed for each resident.
Report issues that may compromise quality services to the immediate supervisor.
Follow local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including requirements for resident care and documentation, 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 a workplace injury, assist the Executive Director and Director, Health and Wellness with investigation, return-to-work, and injured-worker communications with care providers and the management company.