Compassionate Medication Aide for Senior Care

The Aspenwood Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with safe harbor match

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Health insurance options

Sign-on Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join The Crestmoor at Green Hills in Nashville, TN. This full-time role focuses on safe medication administration, resident care, and contributing to a warm, homelike atmosphere for seniors.

Responsibilities include medication distribution, EMR support, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure high-quality care. Requires CNA certification, Medication Assistant Certification, CPR, and 6 months to 1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide with state-approved Medication Assistant Certification.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of resident care experience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitor residents' responses, and notify the Director of Resident Care of any concerns.
• Assist residents with medication according to procedures and supervise self-administration.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including medication distribution, incidents, and changes in resident condition.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Assist with EMR training, order verification, onboarding new employees, and incident reports.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Provide direct resident care as outlined in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Be active in the community’s emergency response team.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA with Medication Assistant Certification

CPR certification

Job description

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to join The Crestmoor at Green Hills in Nashville, TN. This full-time role focuses on safe medication administration, resident care, and contributing to a warm, homelike atmosphere for seniors.

Responsibilities include medication distribution, EMR support, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure high-quality care. Requires CNA certification, Medication Assistant Certification, CPR, and 6 months to 1 year of experience.