Medication Aide
Magnolia Springs SouthPointe - indianapolis, IN
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Perks and Benefits*:Requirement: KMA or CMA CertificationEarn up to 1% wage increase every QuarterSinceri Senior Living Discount MarketplaceEmployee Referral Bonus of $1,000Access to earned wages prior to paydayGenerous PTO PlanCareer DevelopmentAn employee engaged scheduling systemLength of Service Bonus ProgramAffordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits401K Retirement PlanOh, and did we mention an amazing Team Environment?*Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment statusMinimum Eligibility Requirements:A high school diploma or equivalent preferred Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting (experience may depend on state requirements)Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff membersMust be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodationMust complete Medication Aide training (and certification in states where required)Essential Functions:Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including; pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly mannerAccepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for the security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shiftsMay be called upon to assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility, as neededEngages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication assistanceResponds to all resident needs and/or requests for care promptly, and provides or obtains assistance with care as necessaryUpholds Residents' Rights at all timesSupports and upholds all company policies and care philosophyObserves residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, medication side effects, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and reports promptly to a licensed nurseCompletes all documentation such as medication administration records, incident reports, change of condition reports, and behavior tracking, as requested, and in a timely manner Assists in the dining room during resident meal times as neededEncourages residents to participate in scheduled activities and outings, and provides residents with opportunities for self-expression and enhanced self-esteem through spontaneous individual or small group interaction and activity May be called upon to assist with Caregiver housekeeping responsibilities
Created: 2024-10-13