Senior Care Aide & Medication Assistant

Good Neighbor Society; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Neighbor Society is seeking a compassionate Universal Worker - Medication Manager to assist tenants with daily living activities, including bathing and mobility, under nurse direction for medication support. You will monitor residents’ health, document changes, and maintain accurate records in charts and staff logs.

The role also involves meal assistance, housekeeping tasks, promoting social interaction, and ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in eldercare or assisted living settings preferred.
• Training as nursing assistant; medication assistance under RN guidance.
• Familiarity with safety, hygiene and record-keeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist tenants with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, hygiene, mobility.
• Provide medication assistance under nurse direction.
• Monitor health, safety, and well-being; report changes to RN on call.
• Complete documentation in tenant charts and communication book.
• Prepare meals, assist with dining, and maintain clean living areas.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies and procedures.
• Support activity programming and social interaction among residents.

Skills

Nurturing

Organizing

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

Certified nursing assistant

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Medication administration

Job description

Good Neighbor Society is seeking a compassionate Universal Worker - Medication Manager to assist tenants with daily living activities, including bathing and mobility, under nurse direction for medication support. You will monitor residents’ health, document changes, and maintain accurate records in charts and staff logs.

The role also involves meal assistance, housekeeping tasks, promoting social interaction, and ensuring safety.