Medication Aide - Evening

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre•Fort Pierre, SD

18d

About The Position

The Medication Aide supports residents’ health, comfort, and daily experience across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. In Assisted Living and Memory Care, the role administers medications as delegated by a Registered Nurse and assists residents with activities of daily living. Care is expected to be compassionate, person-centered, and respectful of residents’ dignity, preferences, independence, emotional well-being, and individual needs. The position monitors and documents medication administration and resident care, communicates changes or concerns to nursing leadership, and collaborates with nursing, care, culinary, and life enrichment teams. The Medication Aide helps create a safe, supportive environment and contributes to meaningful resident engagement and a positive, relationship-driven care culture. The role requires compliance with company policies, state and federal regulations, and applicable safety and infection-control guidance.

Requirements

Must submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations.
Must comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Must maintain confidentiality of resident and organizational information.
Must be able to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Must be able to respond effectively and promptly to resident needs.
Must be able to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Licensed in South Dakota as a Medication Aide, or willing to complete on-the-job training if not currently licensed.
Passion for working with seniors and/or caring for others.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Dependable, team-oriented, and service-minded.
Ability to provide care with patience, empathy, and attention to detail.
Person-centered compassion, accuracy in medication administration, emotional intelligence, reliability, accountability, and commitment to a positive resident experience.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a Registered Nurse and in accordance with state regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ensure medications are delivered safely, accurately, and on time; monitor residents for medication effectiveness, side effects, and response.
Communicate medication-related concerns, changes, follow-ups, and changes in resident condition or care needs to nursing leadership.
Coordinate with nursing staff to support continuity of care and medication management.
Document medication administration and treatment completion in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and other required systems.
Maintain medication security, accountability, and proper storage.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including eating, bathing, dressing, and mobility.
Provide snacks and supplements, encourage hydration, and assist with feeding as trained and needed.
Promote resident safety, comfort, dignity, choice, and independence while supporting residents’ routines and preferences.
Use person-centered and dementia-informed care techniques with residents experiencing cognitive impairment, confusion, anxiety, or behavioral expressions.
Answer call lights and pendant systems promptly and respond to resident needs with urgency and compassion.
Encourage resident participation in activities, dining, and social opportunities, and promote meaningful interaction during care.
Observe resident mood, behavior, and engagement and report relevant changes.
Accurately document resident care, medication administration, behavior, activity, and culinary service outcomes in compliance with standards.
Maintain clear, timely communication with team members across shifts.
Work collaboratively with nursing, care staff, culinary, and life enrichment teams; participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing development.
Promote a positive work environment and a respectful, person-centered, relationship-driven care culture.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and staff health and personal information.
Follow company policies, state and federal regulations, OSHA and CDC infection-control and safety guidelines.
Help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment and promptly recognize and report safety concerns or incidents.
Submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations and pass a background check.