Compassionate Medication Aide for Elder Care | FT/PT

US Lawns; Upper St. Clair (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Lunch and Beverage During Shift

Medical Insurance

Job summary

US Lawns is seeking a Medication Aide to dispense medications and assist residents with daily living activities in our care setting. The position offers the 7:00am – 5:30pm and the 3:00pm – 11:30pm shifts, with options for full-time or part-time employment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, has completed and passed the Medication Administration Training Program, and shows a genuine desire to work with the elderly or disabled.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completed Medication Administration Training Program.
• Previous care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitary and safety practices.
• Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse according to established procedures.
• Helps residents with all personal care functions as needed.
• Helps residents to and from daily activities.
• Measures and records vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, etc., and reports any changes in condition.
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Communicates with residents regarding care.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Listening

Time management

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

US Lawns is seeking a Medication Aide to dispense medications and assist residents with daily living activities in our care setting. The position offers the 7:00am – 5:30pm and the 3:00pm – 11:30pm shifts, with options for full-time or part-time employment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, has completed and passed the Medication Administration Training Program, and shows a genuine desire to work with the elderly or disabled.