Medication Aide

Lake Pointe Villa Assisted Living • Oshkosh, WI

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About The Position

Lakepoint Villa is seeking a Medication Aide to support residents, their families, and the community. The role administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance, in accordance with state regulations and facility requirements for safe administration. The Medication 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 Medication Aide also assists residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. The role encourages independence, supports resident choice, and preserves dignity through professional conduct and interactions. Lakepoint Villa 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 current medication certification according to state regulations.
• Demonstrate compassionate and empathetic personal interactions.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Be self-supervising and self-motivating, and be willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Be adaptable and flexible, highly organized, able to manage multiple concurrent demands or tasks, and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Meet age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior direct care experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and facility requirements for safe administration.
• Observe residents taking medications and note medication effects, including unexpected or adverse effects.
• Accurately 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