Medication Aide

The Pennant Group; Rosemead (CA); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group is seeking a Medication Aide to administer prescribed medications and assist residents with daily living activities while ensuring safety and dignity. The role involves observing residents for effects and communicating concerns to the Wellness Director or designated personnel, with documentation in medication administration records.

The employer operates through subsidiaries across the United States, dedicated to home health, hospice services, and senior living communities.

Qualifications

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per state regulations.
• Accurately document medication administration in residents' records.
• Observe resident responses and report adverse effects promptly.
• Support resident independence and dignity during care.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments following state regulations and facility policies.
• Observe residents during and after medication administration; report any adverse effects.
• Maintain accurate documentation in medication administration records.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living while promoting independence and dignity.

Skills

Medication administration

Observation

Documentation

Resident safety

Job description

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.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.