Medication Aide - Noc Shift

Sunset Woods Senior Living; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset Woods Senior Living in Green Bay is seeking a Medication Aide to join our dedicated team on the NOC Shift (10PM-6AM). The Medication Aide will administer medications and provide support with daily living activities, ensuring resident dignity and independence.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and complete medication assistance training. Compassion and effective communication skills are essential. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents.
• Observes residents during medication intake for any adverse effects.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Effective oral and written communication

Self-supervising and self-motivating

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our Senior Living Community Is Currently Seeking a Medication Aide For NOC Shift (10PM-6AM) 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

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.