Compassionate Medication Aide - 2nd Shift

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living in Frankfort, KY is seeking a Medication Aide to join our clinical team on the 2nd shift. You will administer prescribed medications, verify identities, and document in resident records under supervision of a licensed nurse.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED and a licensed CNA, with completion of the medication aide competency exam. Experience with seniors and strong communication skills is preferred; flexibility with shifts is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; CNA license preferred.
• Experience in senior care or health care is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Flexible work schedule is a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications to residents and maintains related medical records under supervision of a licensed nurse or DON.
• Verifies identity of resident and records drug name, dosage, and time of administration.
• With nurse assessment, administers PRN medications after authorization and nurse reassessment.
• Cannot perform injections or treatments requiring assessment.
• Presents medication to resident and observes ingestion or application.
• Takes vital signs or monitors response to medications and reports unexpected reactions.
• Documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered.
• May restock medication inventories and maintain a clean medication cart/room.
• Communicates with families, residents, and interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Completes shift reports and documentation per policy.
• Physical demands are HEAVY, with frequent lifting and standing.

Skills

CNA

Medication administration

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Morning Pointe Senior Living in Frankfort, KY is seeking a Medication Aide to join our clinical team on the 2nd shift. You will administer prescribed medications, verify identities, and document in resident records under supervision of a licensed nurse.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED and a licensed CNA, with completion of the medication aide competency exam. Experience with seniors and strong communication skills is preferred; flexibility with shifts is required.