Resident Medication Aide | $1,000 Sign on Bonus!

The Aspenwood Company - The Village of River Oaks • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Resident Medication Aide provides medication-related support and direct resident care in an independent and assisted living community with memory care. The role administers prescribed medications and treatments, monitors resident responses, maintains accurate records, and follows infection control and emergency procedures. The aide also supports residents with self-administration, contributes to service-plan summaries, helps maintain the medication supply room, and works collaboratively with residents and coworkers. Full-time shifts are available from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; availability to work weekends and holidays is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months to one year of prior resident care experience.
• Delegation by a Registered Nurse for medication administration.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior resident care experience with seniors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use independent judgment and discretion when performing tasks beyond routine resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitor residents’ responses, and follow community infection control policies.
• Assist residents with medications according to medication procedures and supervise residents who self-administer.
• Maintain daily resident records, documenting medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in residents’ conditions.
• Write weekly and monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Keep the medicine supply room clean and organized.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and verify accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow proper emergency procedures and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with coworkers.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Participate as an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match.
• Discounted pricing on purchases through Perks at Work.
• Holiday pay, including a floating holiday.
• Generous PTO that rolls over year over year.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paycheck advances.
• Healthcare options.
• Financial hardship programs.
• Compassionate leave.
• PTO cashout option.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees: $500 after 30 days and $500 after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED