Resident Care & Medications Aide | Compassionate Advocate

Presbyterian Senior Living; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,875,000 - 61,606,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Senior Living is seeking an Assisted Living Medication Aide to distribute medications and provide daily care within a resident household. You will promote residents’ well-being through compassionate care, social engagement, and teamwork in a six‑to‑two shift with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes accurate medication handling, person-centered care, and collaboration with nursing leadership to meet daily needs and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older unless active on Nurse Aide registry (in state position is located).
• High school diploma/equivalent required unless active on the Nurse Aide registry.
• Must be able to successfully complete required medication training.
• Must possess the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous experience working with older adults preferred.
• Excellent customer service.
• Positive Attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Respects the resident’s room as home and assists the resident in feeling in charge of everything that happens within.
• Supports residents in self-care, and provides care as necessary for those unable to care for their own needs.
• Assists residents in activities of daily living and independent activities.
• Responds to all resident requests for assistance and/or call bells.
• Observes residents closely, identifies changing needs and reports to household or nursing leadership as appropriate.
• Communicates and documents services provided to the resident.
• Recommends changes in the appropriate sections of the resident’s support/service plan.
• Accurately and safely prepares, administers and documents medications and treatments.
• Honors person-centered and resident-directed care; reports changes to licensed staff.
• Observes residents for needs and reports to nursing staff.
• Performs basic care procedures (catheter, temp, BP, etc.).
• Continues to promote psychosocial well-being and builds relationships.
• Provides social activities planning and facilitation for residents.
• Coordinates transportation to appointments and accompanies residents as needed.
• May assist with mealtimes.
• Maintains clean spaces and manages household supplies.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Presbyterian Senior Living is seeking an Assisted Living Medication Aide to distribute medications and provide daily care within a resident household. You will promote residents’ well-being through compassionate care, social engagement, and teamwork in a six‑to‑two shift with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes accurate medication handling, person-centered care, and collaboration with nursing leadership to meet daily needs and safety requirements.