Medication Assistant

Sinceri Senior Living; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Assistant to join their team in Lexington, KY. The role involves providing essential medication assistance to residents in a supportive environment while ensuring compliance with state regulations. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior experience as a caregiver or CNA. The position offers opportunities for career development and a friendly team atmosphere along with attractive perks like wage increases, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter

Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace

Employee Referral Bonus of $1,000

Access to earned wages prior to payday

Generous PTO Plan

Career Development

Length of Service Bonus Program

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits

401K Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication assistance in accordance with state regulations.
• Maintain the medication cart and assist residents with daily living activities.
• Document medication administration accurately.

Skills

Communication

Medication Administration

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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• Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter
• Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace
• Employee Referral Bonus of $1,000
• Access to earned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTO Plan
• An employee engaged scheduling system
• Length of Service Bonus Program
• 401K Retirement Plan
  
  

Perks and Benefits*:

KMA or CMA Required !

• Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter
• Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace
• Employee Referral Bonus of $1,000
• Access to earned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTO Plan
• Career Development
• An employee engaged scheduling system
• Length of Service Bonus Program
• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• 401K Retirement Plan
  
  

Oh, and did we mention an amazing Team Environment?

• Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment status
  
  

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting (experience may depend on state requirements)
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff members
• Must be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must complete Medication Aide training (and certification in states where required)
  
  

Essential Functions

• Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including; pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation
• Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner
• Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for the security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts
• May be called upon to assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility, as needed
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication assistance
• Responds to all resident needs and/or requests for care promptly, and provides or obtains assistance with care as necessary
• Upholds Residents' Rights at all times
• Supports and upholds all company policies and care philosophy
• Observes residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, medication side effects, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and reports promptly to a licensed nurse
• Completes all documentation such as medication administration records, incident reports, change of condition reports, and behavior tracking, as requested, and in a timely manner
• Assists in the dining room during resident meal times as needed
• Encourages residents to participate in scheduled activities and outings, and provides residents with opportunities for self-expression and enhanced self-esteem through spontaneous individual or small group interaction and activity
• May be called upon to assist with Caregiver housekeeping responsibilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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