Medication Aide

Medication AideThe Certified Caregiver - Medication Aide position provides support for our community's residents with the essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with. Certified Caregivers are responsible for administering daily medications. Duties include monitoring residents, reporting changes, and collecting samples. The ideal Certified Caregiver will be detail oriented, possess knowledge of resident care procedures and have excellent communication skills.Key ResponsibilitiesThe OpportunityDeliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to residentsRecord medication dosages and timesObserve residents and document changes in their conditionGather samples for analysisEnsure equipment is routinely inspected and cleanedUphold all health and safety standardsFollows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of othersCoordinate with different nurses to assist with resident care and medicationsFollow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medicationsRespond to resident emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify residents needsProtects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfareSeeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficientResponsibilities include customer service, administering medication, caregiving, resident safety and communicationWhat You'll BringPosition Requirements / Qualifications:Successful completion of a state approved Medication Aide course and is approved to assist with or administer oral and external medications, per state regulationsMust demonstrate competency to perform medication administration in accordance with state regulationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain statesApplicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higherWorking experience alone, on a team, and on projects start to finishStrong emotional intelligence and listening skillsDedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residentsMust pass State and company background checks and drug testTake Vital signsAssisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Medication supervision (within the scope of the state regulations)Read, write, speak and understand the English languageLocation InformationMorningside of Bellgrade is a beautiful community in Midlothian, VA, with more than 120 units offering assisted living and Alzheimer's care.Job TypeFull-TimeJob CategoryClinicalWork ShiftEveningAuto req ID145693BR