Medication Aide - Assisted Living

Avera • Sioux Center, IA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Aide, under supervision of the charge nurse, provides assistance with distribution of medications to residents. Assists with Care Assistant responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Certified Medication Aid required.
• Certified as a Medication Aide in the State of Iowa required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Aide Certification preferred, but not required.
• Prefer high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in working with the elderly population preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Must follow the CDC legal and ethical guidelines set by the state, resident’s rights, and organization for the distribution of medication to residents, and must be knowledgeable about the medication or research information.
• Know the special physical conditions of the resident that might affect how medication would react.
• Receives work assignments from Charge Nurse including assisting with medication pass, obtaining vital signs and blood glucose readings, and other duties within scope of practice.
• Stays current on resident care plans, reviews report sheets and new interventions at beginning of shift and as needed.
• Observes residents and notes physical condition, attitude, reactions, appetite, etc.
• Acts as leader and mentor to fellow team members.
• Reports any changes or unusual findings to Charge Nurse.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees