Registered Medication Aide Class - BECOME A RMA!

Student Medication Aide

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer's and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means.

Friendship is accepting applications for full-time student medication aides. We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of others. This is a paid training class! Our RMAs provide the highest quality of care and excellent customer service!

Class/Clinical Schedule:

• Orientation: July 27, 2026 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Classroom Instruction: August 3 - August 14, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
• Clinical: August 17 - August 21, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist with resident admissions, transfers and discharges as instructed by licensed nurse
• Assist resident with daily personal care, bath and bathroom functions
• Maintain records of resident care and condition
• Assist resident with walking, repositioning, sitting, standing, with or without the use of medical equipment and toileting
• Measure and record vital signs, height and weight as required
• Comply with all requirements set forth in individual resident care plans utilizing the kardex for guidance
• Report any injuries, skin conditions or other changes to residents' condition or behavior to supervisor immediately
• Prepare, serve and provide feeding assistance as necessary to include but not limited to set-up
• Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status
• Ensure resident has adequate supplies and that Orbitz is utilized appropriately for tracking/charging purposes

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Must be able to attend all class sessions
• Must be a licensed CNA in the state of Virginia
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.