Medication Aide

Pennant Group; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is hiring a Medication Aide/Caregiver to administer prescribed medications and assist residents with daily living activities. You will document medication administration and monitor for adverse effects, reporting any concerns to Wellness leadership.

The role emphasizes resident dignity, independence, and compassionate care in a senior living setting. Ideal candidates have caregiver certification and current CPR/First Aid certifications, with a focus on teamwork,

Qualifications

• Completion of medication assistance training per state and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification according to state regulations.
• Caregiver Certification maintained annually.
• Meets age requirements per facility policy and state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; able to collaborate as a team member.
• Adaptable, highly organized; manages multiple duties and solves problems.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents per state rules.
• Observes residents taking medications and notes effects or adverse events.
• Documents information in medication administration records accurately.
• Communicates concerns or observations with Wellness Director/Coordinator.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Encourages independence and preserves dignity through professional conduct.

Education

Caregiver Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Our senior living community is currently seeking a Medication Aide/Caregiver 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 _

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.
• Has Caregiver Certification and maintains annually
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and 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.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Current Food Handler’s certification preferred.

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.