Compassionate Medication Aide for Elder Care $23/hr

Astral at Auburn; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Astral at Auburn in Indiana is seeking a compassionate Medication Aide to oversee medication administration for residents and assist with personal care as needed. You will document meds, supervise self-administration when appropriate, and ensure treatments follow policies.

The role requires high school diploma, 1+ year caregiving, and a Medication Aide certification depending on state rules. Annual in-service hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Administer and document medications per organization policies and procedures.
• Provide personal care assistance as required or instructed.
• Observe and report changes in resident's physical/emotional condition.
• Attend a minimum of 12 annual hours of in-service education.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medication according to policies and nurses’ orders.
• Supervise the self-administration of medication when applicable.
• Complete and perform all treatments according to policy standards and nurses’ orders.
• Provide personal care assistance/services as required or instructed.
• Observe and report any changes in resident's physical/emotional condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Attend a minimum of 12 annual hours of in-service education.
• Promote and respect the dignity and well-being of each resident and their family.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.

Skills

Patience & compassion

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Astral at Auburn in Indiana is seeking a compassionate Medication Aide to oversee medication administration for residents and assist with personal care as needed. You will document meds, supervise self-administration when appropriate, and ensure treatments follow policies.

The role requires high school diploma, 1+ year caregiving, and a Medication Aide certification depending on state rules. Annual in-service hours are expected.