Medication Aide: Compassionate Senior Care Champion

Westbrook Care Ltd; Kearney (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cornerstone Management, overseeing multiple Assisted Living communities in Missouri, seeks a Missouri Certified Medication Aide to join our compassionate care team. You will administer medications accurately, maintain records, and assist residents with daily living tasks on site.

We emphasize safety and teamwork with the care team, ongoing training, and clear communication with families about care plans. CPR/First Aid is a plus; background checks and drug screening are required; you may lift up

Qualifications

• Must hold Missouri Certification Medication Aide and be in good standing.
• Experience in a senior care or long-term care setting preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
• Ability to lift and assist residents up to 50 pounds.
• Pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents accurately and timely, following care plans and under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Maintain medication records and storage according to policies.
• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Observe and report changes in residents health or condition.
• Communicate with families about care and medication updates.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to ensure optimal resident care.
• Stay current with training and development in medication administration.
• Light housekeeping.
• Serve meals.
• Assist showers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Missouri Certification Medication Aide

Job description

Cornerstone Management, overseeing multiple Assisted Living communities in Missouri, seeks a Missouri Certified Medication Aide to join our compassionate care team. You will administer medications accurately, maintain records, and assist residents with daily living tasks on site.

We emphasize safety and teamwork with the care team, ongoing training, and clear communication with families about care plans. CPR/First Aid is a plus; background checks and drug screening are required; you may lift up