Compassionate Overnight Medication Aide for Seniors

The Aspenwood Company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% match

Discounted pricing on perks at work

Holiday pay including floating holiday

PTO that rolls over

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout

$250 Sign on Bonus

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company seeks a compassionate Resident Medication Aide for a full-time overnight role at The Doliver of Tanglewood, a senior community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Must be available weekends and holidays and commit to accurate med dispensing and resident care.

Responsibilities include documenting care, adhering to infection control, and coordinating with RNs. Benefits include 401K, PTO, health options, and a $250 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Delegation by a Registered Nurse for medication administration.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in performing tasks beyond routine resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitor residents' responses, and adhere to infection control policies.
• Assist residents with medications as outlined in medication procedures and supervise those who self-administer.
• Maintain residents’ records daily, documenting medication distribution, activities, incidents, observations, and changes in conditions.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs, ensuring accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene in line with company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Good judgment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Aspenwood Company seeks a compassionate Resident Medication Aide for a full-time overnight role at The Doliver of Tanglewood, a senior community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Must be available weekends and holidays and commit to accurate med dispensing and resident care.

Responsibilities include documenting care, adhering to infection control, and coordinating with RNs. Benefits include 401K, PTO, health options, and a $250 sign-on bonus.