Medication Aide

P\\S\\L Group; Fond du Lac (WI); In loco; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Maple Meadows Assisted Living in Fond du Lac, WI seeks a 2nd Shift, Part-time Medication Aide to join our resident-centered team. You will administer prescribed medications, observe effects, document in medication records, and report concerns to Wellness Director or designated staff.

You’ll assist with activities of daily living while promoting independence and dignity through professional conduct. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or GED, current CPR certification, and prior

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of medication assistance training per state requirements.
• Meets age requirements per facility policy and state regulations.
• CPR certification preferred.

Mansioni

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents per state regulations.
• Observes residents for effects and adverse events and documents in medication records.
• Communicates concerns to Wellness Director or designated personnel.
• Supports activities of daily living and promotes resident independence and dignity.

Conoscenze

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Problem solving

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

CPR certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Maple Meadows Assisted Living is currently seeking a 2nd Shift, Part-time Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

_ Celebration _

_ Accountability _

_ Passion for Learning _

_ Love One Another _

_ Intelligent Risk Taking _

Customer Second (Employee First!)

_ Ownership _

If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

About the Opportunity

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents' medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state's regulatory requirements 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. Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com