Medication Aide (NE)

Citrus Hills Assisted Living; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

A Senior Living Community in California seeks a Medication Aide to administer medications and assist residents with daily living activities. Candidates should have compassion, effective communication skills, and successful completion of medication training. Preferred qualifications include direct care experience and CPR certification. The role offers a competitive hourly rate between $20.00 and $21.00, emphasizing the importance of resident independence and dignity.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state regulations.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements.
• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents safely.
• Observes residents and documents effects in medication administration records.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions

Effective oral and written communication skills

Self-supervising and self-motivating

Adaptable and flexible

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our Senior Living Community Is Currently Seeking a Medication Aide To Join Our Team Of Dedicated Professionals Who Want To Make a Difference In The Lives Of Our Residents, Their Families And Our Community. We Are Guided By Our CAPLICO Core Values

• Celebration
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Customer Second (Employee First!)
• Ownership

If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

About The Opportunity

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s 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.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently. Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Hourly Rate: $20.00- $21.00