3rd Shift Full Time CBRF Medication Aide

Sunset Woods Senior Living; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset Woods Senior Living in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to join our caring team. In this role, you will administer prescribed medications and provide essential support in daily living activities while ensuring the safety and dignity of our residents.

The ideal candidate will exhibit compassion, effective communication skills, and the flexibility to manage various tasks. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with successful completion of medication assistance training. We value empathy and teamwork, and we encourage you to apply if you share our commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements.
• Prior direct care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications to residents as per state requirements.
• Observe medication effects and document appropriately.
• Support residents with daily living activities.

Skills

Compassion and empathy

Effective communication skills

Problem solving skills

Self-motivating

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current CPR certification

Job description

Our Senior Living Community Is Currently Seeking a Medication Aide To Join Our Team Of Dedicated Professionals Who Want To Make a Difference In The Lives Of Our Residents, Their Families And Our Community. We Are Guided By Our CAPLICO Core Values

• Celebration
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Customer Second (Employee First!)
• Ownership

If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

About The Opportunity

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently. Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.