Resident Medication Associate- Evenings

Viva Senior Living; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living facility in Maryville, Missouri is seeking a Registered Medication Aide to administer medications and observe residents' health closely. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and holds a Resident Care Associate certification. Responsibilities include accurately recording medications, monitoring side effects, and maintaining standards of care. Strong communication skills and compassion are essential. Join this caring environment and make a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Must have successfully completed certification coursework per State regulations.
• Must maintain certification and complete continued education as required.
• Must possess knowledge of state medication techniques.

Responsibilities

• Administer and accurately record medications for residents.
• Observe and report medication interactions or side effects.
• Monitor medications to ensure accountability during administration.

Skills

Medication administration

Observation and reporting

Infection control practices

High school diploma or GED

Compassionate service

Education

Resident Care Associate certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Registered Medication Aide

Department: Nursing. Reports to Resident Care Director.

Position Summary

• Must have successfully completed coursework and examinations to obtain certification as a Resident Care Associate as per State regulations.
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must complete required continued education and maintain certification per State regulations.
• Must possess knowledge of state medication technique.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED.
• Must work well with peers in a congenial work environment and maintain utmost compassion, dignity to the residents, and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages).
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow terms of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must maintain highest standards in caring and servicing residents and their families.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Administer and accurately record the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by physicians, following established policies and applicable state/federal regulations.
• Observe, record, and report to the Resident Care Director or designee symptoms related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or side effects.
• Determine and record effectiveness of medications in a timely manner.
• Store medications safely and accurately, ensuring accountability at all times.
• Monitor medications to ensure adequate accountability during ordering, receipt, administration, and hand‑off.
• Inspect, clean, and monitor equipment and supplies for resident safety; report any issues for correction or repair.
• Obtain, record, and report vital signs as indicated during medication administration.
• Demonstrate infection control practices, use Universal Precautions, and follow OSHA’s Blood‑borne Pathogen Standard.
• Communicate to residents, staff, and others accurately and factually; seek clarification or refer questions when indicated.
• Perform other duties as assigned or listed in the Resident Care Associate job description.
• Arrive at work at the scheduled time.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Ensure residents and families receive high‑quality, compassionate service.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, or hazardous chemicals per policy.
• Report work‑related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Complete all assigned training and competency.
• Participate in life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
• Fulfill responsibilities during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Assist with evacuation of residents in emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information.
• Report non‑compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality.
• Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with investigations.
• Report allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation, exploitation, or mistreatment to supervisor or administrator.
• Report retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer.
• Report suspicions of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold Resident Care Associate certification and maintain it.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must cope with mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must have functional vision and hearing, or use prosthetics to enable these senses adequately.
• Must meet general health requirements, including medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and agitated residents.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May assist in evacuation of residents during emergencies.