Certified Medication Aide

Primrose Retirement Communities; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Primrose Retirement Communities is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer routine medications to residents in a long-term care setting. The role supports the nursing team and assists with daily activities to promote resident well-being.

Ideal candidates hold state-certified Medication Aide/Assistant credentials, maintain CPR/First Aid, and can work weekends or rotating shifts as needed. Training opportunities and ongoing education are provided.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required or maintained.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with priorities.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related memory impairments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine medications to residents per state regs and Primrose policy.
• Assist with personal care, dressing, housekeeping, and activities as part of resident well-being.
• Support nursing staff and other departments to ensure efficient, resident-centered care.
• Document care and med administration accurately and timely.
• Maintain a positive, respectful environment for residents and families.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Time management

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Alzheimer's knowledge

Education

Medication Aide/Assistant certification (state regulations)

Job description

About this position

Primrose Retirement Communities began over 30 years ago with a simple mission - to honor our seniors by offering a variety of healthy, happy lifestyle options.

By getting the right people on the team at all levels of the organization and by making work fun, we will create a culture where the best people will want to work, residents will want to live, and the core values of Accountability, Relentless Improvement, Embrace Change, Respect and Passion are embraced.

What we offer:

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Various coverage levels for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

And best of all, you get to work with our amazing STAFF and RESIDENTS !

Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to be responsible for administering routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and Primrose policy. The Medication Aide provides care to residents which may include personal hygiene, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, meal services and other duties and services as assigned within the community. The Medication Aide collaborates and assists in supporting the entire nursing department, other departments, medical professionals, consultants, residents, and families in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in long-term care or assisted living environment is preferred.
• Current certification as a Medication Aide or Assistant or Qualified Medication Administration Person per state regulations.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid certification per state regulations.
• Attends in-service training as assigned and maintains continuing education hours if required for certification of position.
• Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, other dementias and related memory impairments is preferred.
• Demonstrates abilities to work as a team.
• Basic knowledge of computer software and programs.
• Able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.

Opportunities for full-time hours.

Available shifts: days or rotating or temporary shift Tuesday-Saturday 6am-2:30pm (12 weeks).

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