Medication Aide — Flexible Shifts & Growing Care Career

Dimensions Living; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimensions Living Appleton is hiring a Medication Aide to support residents with safe and accurate medication administration across all shifts in our Appleton community. You'll document medications, monitor for side effects, assist with ADLs, and collaborate with nursing staff to maintain high-quality resident care while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

We value compassion, teamwork, and dependable attendance as core requirements, with opportunities for training and growth in a supportive

Qualifications

• Medication Aide/Medication Administration certification required (per state regulations).
• Caregiver or CNA experience preferred.
• Previous experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred (where applicable).

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and delegated by nursing staff.
• Ensure medications are documented accurately and timely according to community policies and state regulations.
• Observe residents for medication side effects, reactions, or changes in condition and report concerns promptly.
• Perform narcotic counts and medication cart audits per community policy.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines at all times.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and transfers.
• Follow resident service plans and individualized care instructions.
• Answer call lights promptly and provide compassionate support to residents.
• Assist with meal service, hydration, escorts to meals/activities, and resident engagement.
• Encourage resident independence, dignity, and socialization.
• Report resident changes, incidents, injuries, or safety concerns immediately to leadership or nursing staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow infection control, OSHA, and safety procedures.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges as assigned.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education opportunities.
• Support teamwork by maintaining positive communication and professionalism with coworkers, residents, and families.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medication administration

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Medication Administration certification

Caregiver/CNA experience

CPR certification

Driver's license (preferred)

Job description

Dimensions Living Appleton is hiring a Medication Aide to support residents with safe and accurate medication administration across all shifts in our Appleton community. You'll document medications, monitor for side effects, assist with ADLs, and collaborate with nursing staff to maintain high-quality resident care while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

We value compassion, teamwork, and dependable attendance as core requirements, with opportunities for training and growth in a supportive