Medication Aide

Hcshiring; Ocean Park (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Coverage

PTO

Life Insurance

EAP

Employee Discounts

401-K

Job summary

Golden Sands in Washington state is seeking a compassionate Medication Aide to support our senior residents with daily living, medication assistance, and social activities. You will report to the Wellness Director and work 6 PM–6 AM on a 3-on/4-off schedule with weekend shifts.

Requirements include six months in senior caregiving or med pass, CPR/BLS certification, and the ability to document care in English. A NOC shift differential is offered and an HCA license is required.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in senior caregiving or med pass.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Compose reports in English.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing treatments and monitor residents' vital signs.
• Maintain medication/treatment records, comply with regulatory, OSHA, and incident reporting guidelines.
• Communicate with physician, pharmacy, and family as indicated to assure medications are received promptly.
• Store medications and equipment and keep the medication room clean and orderly.
• Follow the resident service plan including; assistance, bathing, grooming, administering medication, and other activities of daily living (ADLs), noting changes in the resident condition.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and follow infection control procedures.
• Support the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality, and home-like environment for residents.

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

We are Golden Sands, a retirement and assisted living community providing each individual compassionate care in a nurturing environment. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to join our team.

Come Join Our Exceptional Team!

NOC Shift Differential Offered!

HCA license required

6 PM - 6 AM / Schedule is 3 on 4 off, then 4 on 3 off

Willing to work weekends

As a medication aide, you assist our senior residents in their daily well-being, including personal services, medication assistance, and social-recreational activities. You will report to the wellness director.

You Will:

• Complete nursing treatments and monitor residents' vital signs
• Maintain medication/treatment records, comply with regulatory, OSHA, and incident reporting guidelines.
• Communicate with physician, pharmacy, and family as indicated to assure medications are received promptly
• Store medications and equipment and keep the medication room clean and orderly.
• Follow the resident service plan including; assistance, bathing, grooming, administering medication, and other activities of daily living (ADLs), noting changes in the resident condition.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and follow infection control procedures.
• Support the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, individuality, and home-like environment for residents.

You Currently:

• Typical candidates have six months of experience in senior caregiving or med pass.
• Can obtain CPR/BLS certification
• Compose reports in English.

Our Benefits:

• Medical Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (discounts on movies, restaurants, gifts, and more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.