Certified Medication Aide - Senior Living, Great Benefits

Village on the Park Onion Creek; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with safe harbor match

Discounted pricing on purchases (Perks

Holiday Pay including floating holiday

PTO that rolls over

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout option

Job summary

Village on the Park Onion Creek is seeking a dedicated Certified Nurse Assistant to provide resident care in a senior community. The role includes medication administration, monitoring residents, and maintaining accurate records in the EMR system.

Requirements include a CNA with medication assistant certification, current CPR, and 6 months to 1 year of care experience with seniors. Strong communication and HIPAA knowledge are essential. Weekend/holiday availability required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilize independent judgment and discretion in performing non-routine resident care tasks.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitor residents' responses, and notify the Director of Resident Care of any concerns.
• Assist residents with medication according to procedures and supervise self-administration.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in resident condition.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new employees, and handling incident reports and communications in the absence of the nurse.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs and ensure accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as outlined in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow procedures during emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Assistant with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

Village on the Park Onion Creek is seeking a dedicated Certified Nurse Assistant to provide resident care in a senior community. The role includes medication administration, monitoring residents, and maintaining accurate records in the EMR system.

Requirements include a CNA with medication assistant certification, current CPR, and 6 months to 1 year of care experience with seniors. Strong communication and HIPAA knowledge are essential. Weekend/holiday availability required.