Medication Aide/CNA

Job Description

Job Description

Medication Aide/CNA

Assisted Living | Providence, RI

Full Time | Nights (11pm - 7am)

Part Time | Days (7am-3pm) | Every Other Weekend Only!

Per Diem | Evenings (3pm - 11pm)

Pay: $20.08 - $22.26/hour (based on experience)

Our Mission of Caring extends not only to the individuals we serve but also, to our employees. We are committed to Superior Staffing Ratios and require no mandated shifts .

** Conveniently located in Providence on the bus line! **

Why choose Saint Elizabeth Community?

We are a non-profit community, providing quality care to older adults and people with physical disabilities. Trusted Care Since 1882, we have been committed to supporting our community with compassionate and innovative care! Saint Elizabeth Community includes 11 beautifully maintained Rhode Island locations offering apartments for Independent Seniors, Home Care Services, Adult Day Centers, affordable Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and more!

Work in an environment where our co-workers and those in our care are treated just like family!

What does Saint Elizabeth Community offer employees?

Our holistic benefit options encompass your Health and Wellbeing, your individual and family needs, your professional growth, and more by including:

• Competitive pay, including shift & weekend differentials
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance & Delta Dental Insurance offered for employees working 20+ hours/week
• 403B Employer Contribution Plan
• Tuition and Loan Reimbursement
• Career advancement & training opportunities to support individual employee goals
• Free CNA Training program
• Childcare Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Responsibilities of a Medication Aide/CNA:

• Maintain consistent level of professionalism with residents, family members and staff.
• Comply with all administrative and nursing policies and procedures.
• Make accurate decisions and take appropriate actions especially with regard to changes in resident physical, mental or emotional status.
• Carry out all requests made by the Director of Resident Care, Nurse Manager or Administrator.
• Keep the Director of Resident Care or Administrator informed of resident status and other related matters.
• Follow resident service plans.
• Attend all nursing staff meetings and in-services.
• Make frequent or as needed checks of resident apartments to assure safety and well being of the residents.
• Administer medications to the residents as ordered and document accordingly.
• Complete daily communication sheet on each resident for his/her shift as needed.
• Review medication sheets and physicians' orders for accuracy. Report any inaccuracies noted to the Nurse Manager or Director of Resident Care.
• Complete non sterile treatments as ordered and as needed.
• Maintain resident records.
• Complete required incident reports and notify family members, physicians, and Nurse Manager/Director of Resident Care.
• Encourage residents' participation in activities and assist in taking to activities as needed.
• Supervise general cleanliness of the unit and care stations.
• Complete resident care assignment as directed.

Qualifications for a Medication Aide/CNA:

• Licenses issued by the State of Rhode Island as a medication aide and as a nursing assistant.
• At least one year of experience required
• Ability to walk, stand, sit and bend intermittently.
• Must be able to lift in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Maintain current CPR certification.

Apply today to contribute to, and personally experience the Saint Elizabeth Community Mission of Caring.

- Trusted Care Since 1882! -

EEOC - We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.