Registered Medication Aide / RMA

Friendship; Salem, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Rates

Benefits Package

Career Growth & Education Assistance

Supportive Team Environment

401(k)

Job summary

Friendship in Salem, VA is seeking a Part-Time Registered Medication Aide to join its Richfield Assisted Living team. The RMA will dispense medications, document MARs, assist residents with ADLs, and support department operations under supervision.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, completing monthly summaries, and reporting changes to the DON. The role requires standing for long periods and a Virginia RMA license with high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• RMA license in Virginia required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Adult First Aid/CPR and AED certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Dispense resident medications as indicated by care plans and document on MAR.
• Record medications on flow sheets, notes, and charts clearly.
• Assist residents daily with ADLs such as bed mobility, grooming, meals, and dressing.
• Complete monthly resident summaries and note changes in care needs.
• Evaluate and record vital signs, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and weight.
• Submit medications for reorder each shift as needed.
• Follow infection control policies before, during, and after resident care.
• Report changes in resident condition to the DON as required.
• Assist with basic room cleanup and handling laundry as needed.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and assist when needed.
• Participate in fire drills and emergency preparedness per policy.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RMA license in Virginia

Adult First Aid/CPR and AED

Job description

3939 Daugherty Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Friendship is looking for Part Time Registered Medication Aides to join our Friendship Richfield Assisted Living team, located in Salem, VA. The RMA position provides quality care to residents; implements specific procedures and programs designated by facility processes; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments; reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information related to the residents care; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations.

Why Join Friendship?

NEW Competitive Pay Rates
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Career Growth & Education Assistance
Supportive Team Environment

Shifts Available:

• 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Dispense resident medications as indicated by individual care plan schedules; document medications on the MAR including PRN’s and their effectiveness

Record all medications dispensed on flow sheets, notes, and charts in an informative and descriptive manner

Assist resident daily with getting in/out of bed, grooming, meals, dressing, and other assigned ADL’s

Complete monthly resident summaries; notes changes in development or care needs

Evaluate and record vital signs, BP, TPR’s and WT’s

Submit medications for reorder each shift, as needed

Follow all infection control policies, procedures and processes before, during and after performing any service for a resident

Ensure changes in resident condition, including injuries of an unknown source and skin tears are reported to the DON as a mandated reporter

Assist with basic clean-up of resident room; empty trash, gather soiled linens and clothing for laundry

Encourage resident to participate in activities and assist with activities as needed

Participate in fire drills and emergency preparedness activities per facility policy

• Adhere to HIPAA regulations to maintain resident confidentiality

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required

RMA license in the state of Virginia required

• Adult First Aid/CPR and AED
• Experience in a long-term care/nursing facility preferred
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Part Time Positions:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match

3706 Knollridge Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA,