Medication Assistant

Hcshiring; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn wage increases quarterly

401K with Safe Harbor

Length of Service Bonus up to $5,000

Referral Bonus up to $1,000

Earned wage access

Generous PTO

Engaged scheduling system

Discount Marketplace

Walking Spree rewards

Team environment

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living is hiring a Medication Aide in Newark, DE. The role includes assisting with medications and daily living activities in a resident-focused setting, with training available where required.

We value teamwork and provide a supportive environment, with benefits and growth opportunities across a recognized senior living network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of caregiving or CNA experience in long-term care or residential setting.
• Must read, write and speak English to communicate with residents and staff.
• Medication Aide training and state certification where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication assistance, including pouring, preparing, and documentation.
• Maintain medication cart and storage areas in order.
• Ensure accurate medication counts and security of meds.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed.
• Engage residents in conversations and activities while delivering care.
• Document care and report changes to a licensed nurse promptly.
• Support dining room and participate in scheduled activities as needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Caregiver experience

CNA experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Aide training/c certification

Job description

As a Sinceri Senior Living company, we are a fun loving, employee-centric community like no other! Maybe that's why we have been certified by our employees as a Great Place to Work ® for our 7th Year in a row. Create your healthcare career with us and learn about all the career growth opportunities we offer.

Sinceri Senior living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living. Candidates submitted by unsolicited 3rd party recruiters will not be considered.

LLAM- Required certification- Willing to train!

*Perks and Benefits*

• Earn up to 1% wage increase every quarter
• 401K Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution
• Length of Service Bonus Program of up to $5,000
• Employee Referral Bonus of up to $1,000
• Access to earned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTO Plan
• An employee engaged scheduling system
• Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace
• Walking Spree rewards for healthy habits

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.