Certified Medication Aide: Compassionate Senior Care

Dial Senior Living; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

Tuition Assistance

Holiday pay

PTO Day1

Referral Bonus

Free meal shift

Loyalty Incentive

Recognition Program

Verizon discounts

Pay Advance

Medical Insurance

Dental Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Job summary

Dial Senior Living in Davenport, IA is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer routine medications to residents and provide personal care. You will follow state regulations and the resident service plan while promoting dignity and safety.

The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, documenting care and medications, monitoring residents’ health, reporting changes to the DON/ADON, and supporting a home-like environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide certificate or state med pass certificate
• Basic First Aid Training
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with older adults
• Experience in medication administration and medications

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and on time per physician and service plan.
• Document medications given or not given per regulations and policies.
• Monitor residents' health, safety and well-being.
• Record changes in residents’ status, needs, appointments and vitals.
• Complete incident reports and document on residents’ records.
• Respond to emergencies; provide first aid and arrange medical follow-up.
• Report concerns to DON/ADON or Executive Director.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Assist with oxygen and other needs per assistance plan.
• Help with laundry, bed making and serving meals.
• Identify supplies needed and report to DON.
• Encourage socialization and assist with activities.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like environment; practice safety with equipment.
• Attend staff meetings and in-services.
• Report on-job injuries before end of shift.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Organizational skills

First Aid knowledge

Safety procedures

Medical terminology

Resident care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Certified Medication Aide certificate

Basic First Aid Training

High school diploma or GED

Aged care experience

Medication administration experience

Job description

Dial Senior Living in Davenport, IA is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer routine medications to residents and provide personal care. You will follow state regulations and the resident service plan while promoting dignity and safety.

The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, documenting care and medications, monitoring residents’ health, reporting changes to the DON/ADON, and supporting a home-like environment.