Medication Aide - Compassionate Senior Care

Sunset Woods Senior Living; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset Woods Senior Living is seeking a Medication Aide to join our caring team. The role involves administering prescribed medications, observing effects, and accurately documenting in residents’ medication records.

You will support daily living activities while promoting dignity and independence. The position emphasizes compassionate care, clear communication with wellness staff, and adherence to state regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state 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.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents in accordance with state regulations.
• Observes residents taking medications and documents effects and any adverse events.
• Communicates concerns to Wellness Director or designated personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living and preserves dignity and independence.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification preferred

Job description

Sunset Woods Senior Living is seeking a Medication Aide to join our caring team. The role involves administering prescribed medications, observing effects, and accurately documenting in residents’ medication records.

You will support daily living activities while promoting dignity and independence. The position emphasizes compassionate care, clear communication with wellness staff, and adherence to state regulatory requirements.