Compassionate Medication Aide | Flexible Schedule

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre; Fort Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Peaceful Pines Senior Living – Fort Pierre is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to support residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. You will administer medications, assist with daily living activities, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure safe, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, accurate documentation, and infection control. A South Dakota license is required, with on-site duties and flexible scheduling including weekends.

Qualifications

• Licensed in SD as a Medication Aide or willingness to complete on-the-job training.
• Experience supporting seniors in Assisted Living or Memory Care is preferred.
• Ability to follow state regulations and facility policies.
• Strong communication with nursing leadership and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
• Ensure safe, accurate, timely medication delivery following policies.
• Monitor residents for medication effectiveness and side effects.
• Communicate medication-related changes to nursing leadership promptly.
• Document medication administration and care activities in MAR and records.
• Maintain medication storage security and regulatory compliance.
• Assist residents with daily living activities with patience and respect.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident interaction

Documentation accuracy

Observation of effects

Team collaboration

Empathy and care

Education

Licensed Medication Aide (SD)

Tools

MAR documentation system

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Peaceful Pines Senior Living – Fort Pierre is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to support residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. You will administer medications, assist with daily living activities, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure safe, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, accurate documentation, and infection control. A South Dakota license is required, with on-site duties and flexible scheduling including weekends.