Qualified Medication Administration Personnel

Dial Senior Living; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday PTO

Tuition Assistance

Holiday pay

PTO from Day 1

Referral Bonus

Free meals during shift

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition

Verizon/AT&T discounts

Pay Advance

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to administer medications to residents and provide personal care services in a supportive setting.

You will document administration, monitor residents, and support daily living activities in adherence to state regulations and the resident service plan. This role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and compassionate care within a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Medication Aide certificate or state med pass certificate.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in working with older adults.
• Experience in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and at appropriate times per physician and resident plan.
• Document medications administered and not given per regulations.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of residents.
• Record changes in resident status, needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
• Complete incident reports and documentation on resident records.
• Respond to emergencies; provide first aid and arrange medical care.
• Report concerns about residents to DON/ADON or Executive Director.
• Assist with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, mobility.
• Assist with oxygen and other meds per assistance plan.
• Assist with laundry, bed making, and meals as needed.
• Identify supplies and report needs to DON.
• Encourage socialization and activities; assist as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like environment.
• Follow safety around equipment, chemicals, and tools.
• Attend staff meetings and in-services.
• Report on-the-job injuries before shift end.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Medication administration

Experience with older adults

HIPAA compliance

Education

Certified Medication Aide certificate

High school diploma or GED

First Aid Training

Job description

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at Dial by not only adding years to resident's lives but life to their years.

Perks & Benefits

• Birthday & anniversary PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Double pay on holidays
• PTO accrual on DAY 1
• Referral Bonus
• Free meal during shift (Up to $260 savings)
• Loyalty Incentive
• Employee Recognition Program
• Discounts through Verizon and AT&T
• Pay Advance Program
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Basic Term Life/AD&D
• 401K

Position Overview

This position administers routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations while also providing personal care services, assistance, and support to residents.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician and resident service plan.
• Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Document information pertaining to changes in resident's functional status, personal needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
• Complete incident reports and documentation on resident's record.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
• Report concerns about residents to DON/ADON and/or Executive Director.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility.
• Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
• Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals, as requested.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to DON
• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience And Other Requirements

• Certified Medication Aide certificate, or state required med pass certificate
• Basic First Aid Training
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in working with older adults
• Experience in medication administration and medications

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to resident.
• Nursing standards of practice for older adults
• State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living
• HIPAA requirements
• Ability to organize and prioritize with good attention to detail
• Safe food handling procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior living

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