Resident Medication Aide - PRN

The Aspenwood Company - The Village of Southampton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Southampton, an Independent and Assisted Living with Memory Care, is seeking a PRN Resident Assistant to support residents with medications and daily care. Pay rates range from $17.00 to $18.00 per hour, and weekend and holiday availability is required.

You will administer medications as prescribed, supervise self-administration, maintain daily records, assist with treatments, and participate in emergency responses while promoting teamwork and upholding HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment in performing tasks beyond routine resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and monitor residents' responses.
• Assist residents with medications and supervise those who self-administer.
• Maintain residents’ records daily including medication distribution, activities, incidents, observations and changes in condition.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs, ensuring accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow procedures in emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene per company policies.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Village of Southampton, an Independent and Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr. - $18.00/hr.

Shifts Available: PRN shifts available

Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Exercise independent judgment and discretion in performing tasks beyond routine resident care.

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitor residents' responses, and adhere to community infection control policies.

Assist residents with medications as outlined in medication procedures and supervise those who self-administer.

Maintain residents’ records daily, documenting medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and any changes in residents' conditions.

Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.

Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.

Receive and manage reports on all residents.

Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs, ensuring accuracy before accepting keys.

Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.

Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.

Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

Attend all required in-service training sessions.

Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.

Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene in line with company policies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or GED required.

6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.

Delegation by a Registered Nurse for medication administration.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.

Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

EOE/M/F/D/V