Medication Aide - Senior Living | Flexible Daily Pay

The Creston Senior Living; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible daily pay

Health, dental, vision, disability

Wellness program

Inclusive culture

Career development

Comprehensive onboarding

Job summary

The Creston Senior Living in Portland, OR is seeking a Medication Aide to deliver direct resident care and administer prescribed medications under supervision. The role requires adherence to Oregon regulations for assisted living facilities and maintaining medical records.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; prior long-term care experience is preferred and Medication Aide experience is a plus. CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous long-term care experience preferred.
• Medication Aide experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of service plan changes.
• Follow service plans and assist with updates for each resident.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid with appropriate follow-up.
• Assist with daily ADLs including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene and mobility.
• Provide direction and supervision to health care staff and lead shift reports.
• Document status changes, appointments and communications to relevant parties.
• Accurately measure and record residents' vital signs.
• Administer and document medications per policies; ensure proper labeling.
• Transcribe physician orders into the resident's chart as required.
• Follow procedures for self-administration of medications by residents.

Skills

Long-term care exp

Medication aide exp

High school education

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

The Creston Senior Living in Portland, OR is seeking a Medication Aide to deliver direct resident care and administer prescribed medications under supervision. The role requires adherence to Oregon regulations for assisted living facilities and maintaining medical records.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; prior long-term care experience is preferred and Medication Aide experience is a plus. CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain is required.