Certified Medication Aide – Compassionate Senior Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday & anniversary PTO

Tuition Assistance

Double pay on holidays

PTO accrual on DAY 1

Referral Bonus

Free meal during shift (Up to $260 sav

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition Program

Discounts through Verizon and AT&T

Pay Advance Program

Medical and Prescription Drug Insuranc

Basic Term Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial Senior Living administers routine medications to residents and provides personal care services in a supportive environment. The role emphasizes accurate med administration, documentation, and monitoring of residents’ health and well-being, while also assisting with daily living activities and mobility.

Candidates should have a Certified Medication Aide certificate or state med pass, basic first aid, and a high school diploma or GED, with experience in working with older adults and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and at appropriate times according to physician and resident service plan.
• Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Document information pertaining to changes in resident’s functional status, personal needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
• Complete incident reports and documentation on resident’s record.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
• Report concerns about residents to DON/ADON and/or Executive Director.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility.
• Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
• Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals, as requested.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to DON
• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Medication administration

Geriatric care

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Certified Medication Aide certificate or state med pass certificate

High school diploma or GED

Basic First Aid Training

Job description

Dial Senior Living administers routine medications to residents and provides personal care services in a supportive environment. The role emphasizes accurate med administration, documentation, and monitoring of residents’ health and well-being, while also assisting with daily living activities and mobility.

Candidates should have a Certified Medication Aide certificate or state med pass, basic first aid, and a high school diploma or GED, with experience in working with older adults and