Assisted Living Universal Caregiver or Med Tech

Birkwood Village; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Birkwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care in Fort Madison, IA is seeking an Universal Caregiver/Medication Tech for our overnight team. The 3rd shift runs 10:00 p.m. - 6:20 a.m., with three weekly shifts plus alternating weekends.

Pay ranges from $15.00 to $18.25 per hour, plus a $2.00 per hour shift differential. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily living activities and administering medications per care plans.

Qualifications

• CNA and/or AL Medication Tech certification preferred, but not required.
• Prior caregiving experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently overnight while staying connected to the care team.
• Reliable attendance and a genuine passion for working with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transfers).
• Administer medications per care plans and state guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, and leadership.
• Respond promptly and calmly to resident needs throughout the shift.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Overnight work

Reliable attendance

Education

CNA certification

AL Medication Tech certification

Job description

Department: Assisted Living and Memory Care

Universal Caregiver or Medication Tech - 3rd Shift Birkwood Village Assisted Living & Memory Care - Fort Madison, IA

Schedule: 3rd Shift, 10:00 p.m. - 6:20 a.m. | Mondays, Fridays, and every other Saturday/Sunday

Pay: $15.00 - $18.25/hour, depending on experience, plus a $2.00/hour shift differential for 3rd shift

Birkwood Village is hiring a Universal Caregiver/Medication Tech for our assisted living overnight team. If you're dependable, compassionate, and looking for steady overnight hours in a close-knit senior living community, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transfers)
• Administer medications per care plans and state guidelines
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, and leadership
• Respond promptly and calmly to resident needs throughout the shift

Our Values: Kindness, Commitment, Integrity, Accountability, and Collaboration guide everything we do at Birkwood Village.

About Us: Our mission is providing personalized care while fostering lasting relationships.

Requirements

Requirements:

• CNA and/or AL Medication Tech certification preferred, but not required
• Prior caregiving experience preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently overnight while staying connected to the care team
• Reliable attendance and a genuine passion for working with older adults

Contact Information

Please contact Brenda Graham, Director of Assisted Living and Memory Care at [e-mail] for additional information.

Birkwood Village is an equal opportunity employer.