Medication Aide

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS High school diploma or relevant qualification 60-Hr Certified Medication Aide CPR or BLS Certification (must complete within 3 months of hire) Adult Abuse Certification (must complete within 3 months of hire) OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: • At least 1 year experience as a CMA preferred but not required. • Good understanding of medical and pharmacological terminology. • Must have excellent attention to detail and awareness to administer medication to precise order and observing resident reactions. • Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills • Must have the physical strength and endurance to perform essential job duties. • Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Administers medications and topicals as directed by resident's physician and the DON. This includes dispensing oral, topical and other types of medication according to correct times. • Alerts DON of potential medication interactions and signs that resident is having a poor reaction to certain medications. • Accurately maintains resident records for medications and other cares according to policy and regulations and verbally communicates changes to DON. • Take and record vital signs. • Seeks guidance from the DON as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently. • Assists with resident cares and delivery of services as requested. • Helps to maintain a clean and safe work environment. • Follows regulations for personal and work area sanitation and use of personal protective equipment. • This position may include a staff supervisory responsibility, BENEFITS: • Competitive Wage • Sign-On Bonus • Other Periodic Bonuses • Generous Paid Time Off • Recruitment Bonuses • Health Insurance Matching for Qualified Employees • Group offerings for AFLAC and Dental All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or other protected status.