Medication Aide

Mainplace Senior Living • Orange, CA

6d

About The Position

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance, in accordance with 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 residents’ medication administration records, and communicates concerns or observations to 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. The role encourages resident independence, supports resident choice, and preserves dignity through professional conduct and interactions. The community is guided by its 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 up-to-date 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 and flexible, highly organized, and able to manage multiple demands or 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 to residents in accordance with state regulations and facility requirements.
• Observe residents taking medication and note its effects, including unexpected or adverse effects.
• Document required information in residents’ medication administration records.
• Communicate concerns or 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, support resident choice, and preserve resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

What This Job Offers

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