Care Manager/Medication Technician

Arvum Senior Living, LLC; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Givers/Med Techs. This rewarding role involves providing essential hands-on care, emotional support, and assistance with daily living activities for senior residents. With a commitment to fostering a positive work environment, the company offers comprehensive training, flexible scheduling, and a full benefits package for full-time employees. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others and grow within a supportive community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Access to wages before payday

Flexible scheduling options

Paid time off and Holidays

Full benefit package including health, dental, vision

401(K) with employer matching

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Meals and uniforms

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Certified Nurse’s Aid certification and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care and support to residents while ensuring their safety.
• Document and report changes in residents' conditions to supervisors.
• Assist with daily living activities and engage residents in activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Observational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nurse’s Aid certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Addington Place of Clinton

We are looking for individuals who want to care for and assist our senior citizens in experiencing the best quality of life. The Care Giver/Med Tech roles include providing hands-on care, physical and emotional support to each resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home-like environment.

Along with our managing company, Arvum Senior Living, we are proud to be part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies. DSL manages care and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care communities throughout the Midwest in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs hundreds of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

We provide on-the-job training with no experience required for most positions.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Full benefit package including health, dental, vision and more (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms

Responsibilities of Care Giver:

• Responsible for a designated group of residents during the shift; knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.
• Observes, reports and documents symptoms and conditions of residents for changes in condition such as skin, behavior, alertness, weight, dietary and participation in activities.
• Notifies supervisor and/or Health Care Coordinator if a resident has increased care needs.
• Responds to security system and resident call lights promptly.
• Assists with continence management and disposes of all continence products properly to ensure sanitation of resident suite and community restrooms.
• Serves and collects food trays and assists as needed; reports refusal of meals or loss of appetite.
• Maintains cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas.
• Practices good standard care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene and health.
• Helps residents maintain independence, promotes dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Actively participates/leads and assists residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed.
• Engages residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities.
• Greets and assists all internal and external customers, guests, family members, residents, vendors and team members.
• Does resident laundry as assigned and needed.

Responsibilities of Medication Delegated Personnel:

• Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents.
• Assists/observes medications and treatments for each resident using the medication observation record and the Six Rights of Medication Pass.
• Documents electronically as medications are given including appropriate documentation for refusal or missed doses.
• Maintains confidentiality of all resident information including resident medication.
• Reports all resident concerns made while assisting resident with the medication to the Nurse and/or Health Care Coordinator (HCC).
• Insures that medication cart is restocked after all medication passes.
• Assists in checking medication regardless of packaging system.
• Counts all narcotics with another Medication Care Manager or Nurse each shift.
• Maintains and cleans the Medication cart for neatness cleanliness, availability of medications and expired medications.
• Follows refill process for medications.
• Participates in the development of the Service Plan and monthly updates.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse and respiration rates.
• Reports occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks and hazardous chemicals immediately.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Certified Nurse’s Aid certification preferred.
• High School diploma/GED.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• First Aid Certification preferred.
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Arvum offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match, our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

EOE D/V