Compassionate Medication Aide: Resident Care & Safety

Apple Creek Place Senior Living; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Apple Creek Place Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to join our compassionate team. You will administer medications, document accurately, and monitor residents for side effects, contributing to safe, resident-centered care.

We value hospitality, integrity, and teamwork, and offer a supportive environment where you can build meaningful relationships with residents and families while ensuring quality of life.

Qualifications

• Medication Aide/Medication Administration certification required (per state regulations).
• Caregiver or CNA experience preferred.
• Previous experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide Safe Medication Support: Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and delegated by nursing staff.
• Document medications accurately and timely according to community policies and state regulations.
• Observe residents for medication side effects, reactions, or changes in condition and report concerns promptly.
• Perform narcotic counts and medication cart audits per community policy.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines at all times.
• Deliver Exceptional Resident Care: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and transfers.
• Follow resident service plans and individualized care instructions.
• Answer call lights promptly and provide compassionate support to residents.
• Assist with meal service, hydration, escorts to meals/activities, and resident engagement.
• Encourage resident independence, dignity, and socialization.
• Promote Safety & Teamwork: Report resident changes, incidents, injuries, or safety concerns immediately to leadership or nursing staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow infection control, OSHA, and safety procedures.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges as assigned.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities.
• Support teamwork by maintaining positive communication and professionalism with coworkers, residents, and families.

Skills

Medication administration

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Medication Aide certification

Caregiver or CNA experience

Job description

Apple Creek Place Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Aide to join our compassionate team. You will administer medications, document accurately, and monitor residents for side effects, contributing to safe, resident-centered care.

We value hospitality, integrity, and teamwork, and offer a supportive environment where you can build meaningful relationships with residents and families while ensuring quality of life.