Medication Aide

Peak Resources Wilmington•Wilmington, NC

12h

About The Position

At Peak Resources, a leading NC skilled nursing, memory care and assisted living company, with nine locations across North Carolina, our top priority is providing a relaxing and comforting environment that focuses on the well-being and happiness of our residents. We strive to hire and employ the skilled staff who help our goals of enhancing the quality of the lives of our residents. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Medication Aide to join our team at Peak Resources Wilmington. Excellent compensation and benefits! Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, Paid time off (PTO), and participation in the company 401(k) retirement plan. Typical Work Schedule is: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm & every other weekend Role Responsibilities A Medication Aide assists in the administering of medications to assisted living residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this facility, and the requirements of this state.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Current, unencumbered, certification as a Nursing Assistant in this State
Current, unencumbered, certification as a Medication Aide in this State
Must possess a current CPR BLS certification that includes in-person skills assessment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient computer skills
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

Responsibilities

A Medication Aide assists in the administering of medications to assisted living residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the attending physician, the nurse supervisor or charge nurse, and the Director of Nursing Services.
The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the policies, procedures, and practices of this facility, and the requirements of this state.