Caregiver

Creekside; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (for those eligible)

401k (with company match)

Payroll advances on earned wages

Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and/or

Job summary

Creekside is seeking a Med Tech (Med Aide) to administer medications and assist residents under treatment plans. You will communicate concerns with residents, families, physicians and staff to support thriving outcomes.

We look for CNAs or HCA certified staff with dementia care experience, reliable transportation, compassion, and flexible availability including evenings and weekends. Competitive wages range $20.00-$22.00/hour and benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated nursing practice knowledge applied to resident care.
• Experience with elderly residents, including dementia care.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.
• Compassionate with flexibility to perform varied duties.
• Owner mindset and ability to stay focused amid interruptions.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and staff.
• Able to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist residents per treatment plans.
• Chart medications in the MAR and document PRN results.
• Respond to calls/concerns from family and physicians as directed.
• Contribute to quality of life by maintaining high care standards.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to address residents’ needs promptly.
• Support Creekside’s mission, values, and beliefs.

Skills

Nursing practices knowledge

Elderly care experience

Reliable transportation

Compassionate

Ownership attitude

Effective communicator

Flexible hours

Education

HCA Certification or CNA

Job description

As a Med Tech (Med Aide) with Creekside, you’re responsible for administering medications and assisting residents in a variety of ways to support their individual treatment plans. Your ability to identify, diagnose and communicate concerns with not only residents, but with their families, physicians and staff is vital when it comes to ensuring that our residents are thriving.

What we look for in a Med Tech (Med Aide):

• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to resident care
• Previous experience working with the elderly, specifically those with Alzheimer’s or other dementia related conditions
• Reliable transportation and dependable when it comes to showing up on time
• Compassionate individuals with the flexibility to perform various duties
• Ownership attitude who is able to stay focused despite interruptions throughout the day
• Effective communicator who connects with staff, residents and their families
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends

What you can expect to do as a Med Tech (Med Aide):

• Contribute information vital to the development and implementation of customized service plans
• Administration of treatment plans and chart medications in Medication Administration Record, document results of PRN medications and record any missed medications
• Answer and respond to calls/concerns from family members and physicians as directed.
• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life our residents by maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency
• Work with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter
• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

Required Certifications:

• Washington State HCA Certification (or CNA)
• Food Workers Card
• CPR/First Aid Certification

$20.00 - $22.00/hour
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401k (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages