Certified Medication Aide: Precise, Compassionate Care

Graceful Living Assisted Living Llc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Graceful Living Assisted Living Llc in the United States is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents as directed by physicians and under supervision. The role includes ensuring proper medication handling, reporting errors, and coordinating with nursing and pharmacy staff to support resident care. The position emphasizes adherence to facility policies, safety, and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents according to the physician's directions.
• Follow facility policies and procedures for medication administration.
• Note and report medication errors to the Administrator or Resident Care Coordinator.
• Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports as required.
• Ensure residents have medications in the facility and coordinate orders with the pharmacy.
• Assist CNAs with meals and resident care during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Assist residents and kitchen staff during meal times.
• Maintain accurate narcotic counts at shift end.
• Contribute to procedures to prevent medication errors, including monitoring when and where they occur.
• Maintain positive working relationships with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and LHCP nurses.
• Report complaints or grievances to the administrator or resident care coordinator.
• Participate in facility surveys or inspections as requested by authorities.
• Ensure residents' appearance is well kept and needs are met.
• Ensure safety of residents and participate in emergency evacuation if needed.
• Liaise with residents, families, and departments to plan resident needs.
• Follow procedures for infection control and waste disposal.
• Report resident refusal of treatment or medication to the administrator or resident care coordinator.

Job description

Graceful Living Assisted Living Llc in the United States is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents as directed by physicians and under supervision. The role includes ensuring proper medication handling, reporting errors, and coordinating with nursing and pharmacy staff to support resident care. The position emphasizes adherence to facility policies, safety, and quality of care.