Compassionate Medication Aide for Resident Care

Retreat at Carrollton; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Retreat at Carrollton is seeking a Medication Aide to administer medications under nurse supervision and support residents with daily living activities. The role emphasizes HIPAA privacy, accurate documentation, and teamwork with licensed staff.

The ideal candidate will hold state CNA and Registered Medication Aide certifications, have at least six months in an assisted living setting, and maintain professional standards in a resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to make appropriate professional judgments.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA privacy.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand/walk most of the day and lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses medications under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Supervises and documents residents' medications per care plan.
• Completes care documentation accurately and timely.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Maintains patient safety and report changes to the supervising director.

Skills

Professional judgment

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Mobility and lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

Registered Medication Aide certification

Job description

Retreat at Carrollton is seeking a Medication Aide to administer medications under nurse supervision and support residents with daily living activities. The role emphasizes HIPAA privacy, accurate documentation, and teamwork with licensed staff.

The ideal candidate will hold state CNA and Registered Medication Aide certifications, have at least six months in an assisted living setting, and maintain professional standards in a resident-centered environment.