Overnight Level 1 Medication Aide — Growth & Benefits

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

GROW Points

Skechers shoe discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Level One Medication Aide (L1MA) to administer medications and provide direct resident care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. The role supports activities of daily living, ensures safety, and maintains accurate documentation of care and medication delivery.

The L1MA will observe residents, report changes, assist with restorative techniques, and communicate effectively with supervisors, physicians, and families to promote independence and a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current and active state-approved medication aide/technician certification required.
• Insulin certification preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care services including medicine distribution to residents while following an individualized plan of care for all residents.
• Observe residents and communicate condition changes to physicians, health care proxies, and supervisors and provide timely interventions and communication as instructed.
• Document all pertinent observations, red flags, incidents, interventions, communication, clinical procedures, and daily medication assistance.
• Pass information to the next shift and ensure timely documentation by Resident Assistants to maintain quality resident care.
• Administer and document medications in accordance with the five rights: right medication, route, resident, time, and dose.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident care

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Level One Medication Aide (L1MA) to administer medications and provide direct resident care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. The role supports activities of daily living, ensures safety, and maintains accurate documentation of care and medication delivery.

The L1MA will observe residents, report changes, assist with restorative techniques, and communicate effectively with supervisors, physicians, and families to promote independence and a