Resident Medication Aide

The Aspenwood Company - The Village of Southampton • Houston, TX

7h • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Village of Southampton, an independent and assisted living community with memory care, is hiring compassionate Resident Medication Aides to provide medication support and direct care to senior residents and help maintain a warm, supportive community. Full-time shifts are 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; PRN shifts are also available. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Pay is $17.00–$18.00 per hour.

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 prescribed medications and treatments, monitor residents’ responses, and follow 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 condition.
• Write weekly and monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Keep the medicine supply room clean and organized.
• Receive and manage reports on residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing Resident Medication Aides and verify accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow emergency procedures and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with coworkers.
• Attend required in-service training sessions.
• Participate as an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain standards of 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

What This Job Offers

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