Medication Aide

Ohio Living•Avon, OH

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide provides hands-on medication administration to designated residents during their shift under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. The role supports quality resident care and well-being in keeping with the residence philosophy, and includes direct assistance with activities of daily living and resident support. The aide administers medications and treatments according to physician orders, center policy, and Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines; documents care in the electronic medical record; follows residents’ individual service plans; and communicates changes in condition and other clinical needs to licensed nursing staff. The role also coordinates care with clinical and other community staff, supports resident enrichment, maintains medication-aide competency, and ensures resident-care systems and paperwork are complete and current. The position contributes to team leadership and training by modeling teamwork, coaching employees, and assisting with training resident-care staff. The aide attends meetings and required training, responds to resident and family concerns, and communicates resident information on a need-to-know basis in accordance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current, unencumbered Ohio certification to practice as a Certified Medication Aide.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Able to stand or walk up to 8 hours in a typical eight-hour day and sit up to 2 hours.
Frequently support up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Frequently kneel, bend, and reach.
Use proper body mechanics and residence-prescribed safety measures when supporting, lifting, or transferring residents.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification.
One year of experience in assisted living or another human services field.
Supervisory experience in healthcare or the service industry.
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Pass medications and provide treatments according to physician orders, center policy, and MA-C certification.
Document medication administration, treatments, and related care in the electronic medical record.
Provide quality care in accordance with community philosophy, policies, and residents’ needs.
Assist residents with activities of daily living and enrichment programming.
Follow each resident’s individual service plan and notify licensed nursing staff or the clinical director of changes in condition.
Coordinate resident care with the clinical director, clinical coordinator, licensed nurse, and other disciplines.
Maintain medication-aide competency and awareness of clinical best practices and regulatory requirements.
Comply with organizational, local, state, and federal requirements for resident care.
Notify the licensed nurse when medication refills are needed.
Ensure proper documentation for medication assistance and administration.
Communicate with residents, families, licensed nurses, and other appropriate parties about residents’ clinical needs.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents and their families.
Complete resident-care systems and tracking in accordance with community policies and procedures.
Ensure medication administration follows Ohio Board of Nursing guidelines.
Keep required resident-care paperwork complete and up to date.
Review resident-care communication tools daily.
Communicate residents’ needs to licensed nurses and caregiver staff at shift change and as needed.
Lead by example, encourage teamwork, promote the community philosophy, and provide ongoing coaching to employees.
Assist with training resident-care employees in accordance with community policies, training programs, and state and federal regulations.
Attend regular staff meetings and required training sessions.
Address concerns or grievances shared by residents and families.
Communicate resident information to team members on a need-to-know basis according to residence policies and procedures.
Maintain a positive and professional manner toward residents, visitors, families, and coworkers.
Adhere to all Ohio Living policies and procedures.