Night Shift Medication Care Specialist

Commonwealth Senior Living; Pearisburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living seeks a Registered Medication Associate (RMA) for full-time night shifts (11pm–7am) at our Radford, VA location. You will administer medications, ensure safety, and maintain accurate records in a compassionate, compliant environment.

Qualified candidates hold RMA certification, CPR/First Aid, and possess excellent communication. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team focused on enriching seniors' lives and well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have successfully completed coursework and examinations to obtain certification as a Resident Care Associate.
• RMA must maintain continuing education credits per state requirements.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration techniques with competency evaluation.
• CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain per policy.
• Understand and protect resident confidentiality.
• Ability to work weekends and flexible hours as needed.
• Demonstrate genuine compassion for seniors and their families.
• Proficient with basic office equipment and a PC.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and safe delivery of the Medication Management Program.
• Adhere to Commonwealth Senior Living policies and state standards when administering medications.
• Administer and document medication administration as prescribed.
• Present medications to residents and observe ingestion or other administration.
• Record adverse reactions or side effects and communicate with the Resident Care Director.
• Document medication effectiveness and resident refusals with reasons.
• Store medications safely and ensure accountability of medications.
• Document updates in the Daily Shift Log and communicate changes.
• Handle controlled substances safely with proper counting and reporting.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and supplies; report issues.
• Record vital signs as indicated during medication administration.
• Restock and reorder medications as needed; update resident records and incident reports.
• Follow infection control practices per Universal Precautions and OSHA standards.
• Communicate accurately with residents and staff; seek clarification as needed.
• Provide encouragement and support to residents; maintain a safe environment.
• Participate in required training and education programs; act as shift supervisor when appropriate.
• Maintain communication with the Resident Care Director.

Skills

Safe medication administration

Compassion

Confidentiality

Weekend flexibility

Basic computer skills

Education

RMA certification

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living seeks a Registered Medication Associate (RMA) for full-time night shifts (11pm–7am) at our Radford, VA location. You will administer medications, ensure safety, and maintain accurate records in a compassionate, compliant environment.

Qualified candidates hold RMA certification, CPR/First Aid, and possess excellent communication. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team focused on enriching seniors' lives and well-being.