Registered Medication Aide & Resident Care Specialist

Viva Senior Living; Kearney (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Medication Associate position at Viva Senior Living in Kearney, MO, supports medication distribution and documentation for residents per physician orders and applicable regulations.

It requires assisting with activities of daily living, following the care plan, and maintaining compassionate resident interactions. Responsibilities include emergency response and adherence to facility policies.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and a Level One Medication Aide certificate.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Distribute and document medication for residents per physician orders and regulations.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and follow the Plan of Care.
• Supervise and care for residents daily according to needs.
• Administer medication as directed by supervisor.
• Document changes in residents' condition in the logbook and transfer to the next shift.
• Respond to emergency calls promptly and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Medication administration

Resident care

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma / GED

Level One Medication Aide certificate

Job description

The Registered Medication Associate position at Viva Senior Living in Kearney, MO, supports medication distribution and documentation for residents per physician orders and applicable regulations.

It requires assisting with activities of daily living, following the care plan, and maintaining compassionate resident interactions. Responsibilities include emergency response and adherence to facility policies.