Resident Medication & Care Assistant

Eskaton; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskaton is seeking a Resident Medication Assistant to support residents in self-administering medications under supervision. Role emphasizes compassionate companion care, daily living assistance, and adherence to RCFE-style protocols in a memory care setting.

Responsibilities include hygiene support, activities participation, and coordinating medical appointments as outlined by the care plan, with focus on safety and resident independence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 8 hours of approved medication administration training with 85% or better.
• 4 hours of continuing education on medication administration yearly.
• Proficient written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with self-administration of medications after training.
• Provides companion care and helps residents with daily tasks per care plan.
• Performs hygiene assistance, dressing, and meal assistance as directed.
• Schedules medical appointments and accompanies residents when needed.
• Monitors vital signs and reports changes to supervisors.

Skills

Companion care

Medication administration

Bathing assistance

Dressing assistance

Meal assistance

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eskaton is seeking a Resident Medication Assistant to support residents in self-administering medications under supervision. Role emphasizes compassionate companion care, daily living assistance, and adherence to RCFE-style protocols in a memory care setting.

Responsibilities include hygiene support, activities participation, and coordinating medical appointments as outlined by the care plan, with focus on safety and resident independence.