Senior Care Medication Aide | Safe, Dignified Med Admin

Sunrise Senior Living; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

MyFlexPay

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to ensure residents receive medications safely and with dignity. You will administer meds, document accurately, and monitor residents during passes to support comfort and safety.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, Medication Administration certification, and CPR/First Aid certification. Senior care experience is preferred; benefits include a comprehensive package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medication Administration certification required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Strong documentation and communication skills required.
• Senior care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration.
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time.
• Observe residents during and after medication passes.
• Monitor symptoms and provide relief as ordered.
• Report refusals or concerns promptly.
• Complete narcotic counts per policy.
• Maintain clean, organized medication carts and rooms.
• Follow infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medication Administration certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to ensure residents receive medications safely and with dignity. You will administer meds, document accurately, and monitor residents during passes to support comfort and safety.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, Medication Administration certification, and CPR/First Aid certification. Senior care experience is preferred; benefits include a comprehensive package and growth opportunities.