Certified Medication Aide

Ascension Living; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Spiritual care and stress management

Job summary

Ascension Living in Wichita, KS seeks a compassionate Medication Aide/CNA to provide hands-on support with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care for residents at Via Christi Village McLean. This role involves observing residents, reporting changes to nursing staff, and maintaining a safe environment in a rotating shift, PRN setting.

Minimum requirements include a Medication Aide credential and a CNA license (state of work preferred). A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• Medication Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on support with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care
• Observe residents closely and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by identifying hazards and promptly reporting safety concerns to nurses
• Partner with nurses to assist with physician-ordered procedures and resident care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Provide compassionate, hands-on support with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care
• Observe residents closely and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by identifying hazards and promptly reporting safety concerns to nurses
• Partner with nurses to assist with physician-ordered procedures and resident care

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi Village McLean
• Department: Assisted Living
• Schedule: Rotating shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide compassionate, hands-on support with daily living activities, mobility, and personal care
• Observe residents closely and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by identifying hazards and promptly reporting safety concerns to nurses
• Partner with nurses to assist with physician-ordered procedures and resident care

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Medication Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed preferred.

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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