Medication Aide (7am - 3pm)

Court at Round Rock; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Court at Round Rock is seeking a Medication Aide to supervise self-administered medications for Assisted Living residents and report health changes to the Wellness Director. This role requires compliance with federal/state regulations and SSMG guidelines, with duties including emergency response, staff education, and maintaining confidentiality.

Candidates should hold a High School diploma or GED and a CNA/HHA/PCA license with approved medication administration training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Active CNA/HHA/PCA license with medication administration training completed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise self-administered medication for Assisted Living residents.
• Report health changes to Wellness Director with proper documentation.
• Respond promptly to emergencies.
• Maintain communication with all departments and staff.
• Provide educational meetings for residents and staff as requested.
• Follow Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents' information.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings.
• Promote a safe working environment and protect equipment.
• Adhere to SSMG policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Position Summary:

The Medication Aide is responsible for supervision of self-administered medication to Assisted Living residents, following the guidelines provided by Senior Solutions Management Group. This position reports to the Wellness Director.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the AssistedLiving Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and SSMGguidelines as directed by the Wellness Director.
• Reports any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation to the Wellness Director.
• Responds quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintains close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provides educational meetings for residents and staff as requested by Supervisor.
• Understands role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
• Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of SSMG.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed CNA, Home Health Aid, Personal Care Aid must possess at least one certification and have successful completion of the medication administration training course approved by the Department of Health and Senior Services.