Part-time 3rd Shift Medication Aide

Pennant Services; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Pleasant Point Senior Living is seeking a Part-time 3rd shift Medication Aide to administer medications and support residents during the night shift. You will observe residents, document findings, and communicate with the Wellness Director as needed.

The role includes assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and maintaining resident dignity through compassionate care and professional interactions.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with state requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date medication certification requirements per state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising and willing to collaborate as a team member.
• Adaptable, highly organized with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents per state regulations.
• Observes residents taking medications and notes effects or adverse events; documents in medication records.
• Communicates concerns or observations with Wellness Director or designated personnel.
• Supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition and physical health.
• Encourages resident independence and preserves dignity through professional conduct.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pleasant Point Senior Living is currently seeking a Part** -time 3rd shift Medication Aide** to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

_ Celebration _

_ Accountability _

_ Passion for Learning _

_ Love One Another _

_ Intelligent Risk Taking _

Customer Second (Employee First!)

_ Ownership _

If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.

About the Opportunity

The Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration. Observes the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects, correctly documents the required information in the residents’ medication administration records, communicates any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel. The Medication Aide also supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.

Critical Success Factors

• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state’s regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
• Maintains up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic in personal interactions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently. Demonstrates problem solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior direct care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.