Medication Aide
Job Description
Joining Wallick Communities' The Ashford on Broad as a Medication Aide is your opportunity to make an impact in the daily lives of our senior residents. Our community in Whitehall becomes a home that can not only sustain – but also improve – the quality of life for our residents and provide peace of mind for their loved ones. The Ashford is a great place for our residents to live, and a great place for you to work.
Specifics:
We offer complete schedule flexibility; 8s or 12s, full time, part time, and PRN opportunities. Competitive pay rate - up to $21/hr plus shift differential. Medication Aide Certification from the Ohio Board of Nursing - required.
Benefits:
Pay on-demand, access your money as soon as you earn it! Paid Parental Leave Paid time off & Holiday Pay Health, Dental and Vision insurance within 2 weeks Tuition reimbursement (*** We will pay for your Medication Aide training!) Gym membership or Fitness equipment reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus Free meals Company provided uniforms 401(k) with a company match after 90 days Company paid life and long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
About your role as a Medication Aide: You will provide medication administration and direct resident care to residents daily. The Certified Medication Aide will strive to promote resident’s independence while supporting their activities of daily living in a time and manner in which the resident prefers. Your Responsibilities:
Administer medications, as prescribed, and under the direction of a licensed nurse. Promptly report to the nurse, a resident’s request/need for PRN medications. Promptly report to the nurse any adverse or concerning reactions to medications. Provide exceptional personal service and daily care to residents. Communicate effectively with residents, staff management, and families. Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures. Provide physical resident care to include all aspects of personal hygiene and grooming. Answer call lights in a timely manner and respond accordingly to the resident’s needs. Assist in maintaining acceptable nutrition for residents and document meal intake, as prescribed. Know proper technique for first aid. Complete documentation of medication administration. Assist in maintaining a therapeutic environment for the residents. Motivate and encourage resident involvement in participation in activities. Assist residents to and from activities. Lifting, turning, and re-positioning residents as needed. Any other duties as assigned or delegated by the Director of Care or Designee.
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: Current valid Medication Aide Certificate authorized by the Ohio Board of Nursing. CPR Certified. Nurse Aide Certification. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical (completed by our Nurse Practitioner) and background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr