Certified Medication Aide

The Aspenwood Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work - Discounted pricing

Holiday Pay including floating holiday

Generous PTO that rolls over year to a

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company in Austin, TX is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant with Medication Assistant certification to join our team at Village on the Park Onion Creek, a senior community. The role focuses on direct resident care, medication administration, and accurate record-keeping in a supportive environment.

We offer full-time shifts with weekend requirements, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. CPR certification and HIPAA familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilize independent judgment in performing non-routine resident care tasks.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed; monitor responses.
• Assist residents with medication and supervise self-administration.
• Maintain accurate records including medication distribution and care notes.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues in service plans.
• Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new staff, and incident reports.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and ensure accuracy before keys.
• Provide direct resident care as outlined in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow procedures during emergencies and respond to resident requests promptly.
• Promote teamwork with co-workers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

HIPAA awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA with Medication Assistant Certification

Job description

Pay Rate: $21.00/hr.

Full-Time Shifts:

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Benefits Include:

• 401K with a 4% safe harbor match
• Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases
• Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday
• Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paycheck Advances
• Healthcare options
• Financial Hardship Programs
• Compassionate Leave
• PTO Cashout Option

Location: Village on the Park Onion Creek, an Independent Living and Assisted Living senior community

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize independent judgment and discretion in performing non-routine resident care tasks.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitor residents' responses, and notify the Director of Resident Care of any concerns.
• Assist residents with medication according to procedures and supervise self-administration.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in resident condition.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new employees, and handling incident reports and communications in the absence of the nurse.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and ensure accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as outlined in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow procedures during emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

EOE/M/F/D/V