Resident Aide/Caregiver/Med Tech

Vineyard Assisted Living • Kalamazoo, MI

399d • $29,120 - $33,800

About The Position

The Resident Aide/Caregiver/Med Tech position at Vineyard Assisted Living Community involves providing essential care to residents, including assistance with daily living activities and medication management. The role emphasizes fostering independence among residents and encouraging participation in meaningful activities, all while ensuring a supportive and engaging environment. The position requires collaboration with Medication Technicians and the Director of Resident Care to monitor and address the needs of the elderly population.

Requirements

• Ability to assist residents with daily living activities and medication management.
• Patience, flexibility, and a gentle demeanor when interacting with residents.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn about medications and their effects on the elderly population.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a caregiving or healthcare role.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Familiarity with electronic medication administration records (MAR).

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with administration, supervision, and monitoring of their medication in accordance with HFA licensing requirements.
• Be trained in Medication Administration in Assisted Living and follow the 6 rights of medication management.
• Learn about medications and adverse reactions, especially in the senior population.
• Assist teammates with residents' personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and ambulating.
• Apply universal infection control in all care activities to prevent the spread of infection.
• Observe residents for changes in physical and mental health status and communicate changes to the Medication Room Manager or Director of Resident Care.
• Report all consistent resident refusals of scheduled medications and prolonged use of PRN medications to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure that residents who leave the building have their medications and instructions to take with them.
• Complete resident incident reports and notify the Director of Resident Care or Care Center Coordinator of any incidents that occur on their shift.
• Assist residents with personal care needs, including toileting and fall prevention.
• Assist residents with participation in social activities and help familiarize them with their new community.
• Utilize infection control techniques in all aspects of resident care.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and subsequent shifts.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees