Medication Aide for Assisted Living & Memory Care

The Enclave at Cedar Park; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily Pay

Perk Spot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a caregiver-type role in Cedar Park, TX to support residents with medication needs and daily living activities. This position is scheduled as PRN with morning, afternoon, and overnight shifts.

CPR certification is preferred and prior elder care experience is valued. The role involves charting in the Medication Assistance Record, ensuring resident safety, and coordinating with healthcare professionals as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• All state educational requirements for the position must be met.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Experience working with an elderly population is preferred.
• A calm, helpful, and respectful countenance is appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, ordering, and assisting residents with medication needs
• Transcribing and documenting in the Medication Assistance Record.
• Assisting residents in AL and potentially Memory Care, with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, first aid, wound care, and communication with outside health care professionals as necessary.
• Transporting residents within the community to activities, other departments, or dining.
• Responding to emergency calls, resident and/or visitor requests, and environmental hazards in a timely, appropriate, and safe manner.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Compassionate care

Patient communication

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a caregiver-type role in Cedar Park, TX to support residents with medication needs and daily living activities. This position is scheduled as PRN with morning, afternoon, and overnight shifts.

CPR certification is preferred and prior elder care experience is valued. The role involves charting in the Medication Assistance Record, ensuring resident safety, and coordinating with healthcare professionals as needed.