Compassionate Medication Aide — Senior Living

The Pennant Group; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, a senior living and health services provider, seeks a dedicated Medication Aide in Idaho to administer prescribed medications and support residents’ daily living activities. You will observe effects, document accurately, and communicate with wellness leadership to ensure safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates will have completed medication assistance training, hold current medication certification per state requirements, and demonstrate compassion, strong communication, and

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state regulations and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents.
• Observes residents taking medications and notes effects or adverse reactions.
• Documents required information in residents' medication administration records.
• Communicates concerns or observations with Wellness Director or designated personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.

Job description

The Pennant Group, a senior living and health services provider, seeks a dedicated Medication Aide in Idaho to administer prescribed medications and support residents’ daily living activities. You will observe effects, document accurately, and communicate with wellness leadership to ensure safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates will have completed medication assistance training, hold current medication certification per state requirements, and demonstrate compassion, strong communication, and