A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
Primrose Retirement Communities began over 30 years ago with a simple mission - to honor our seniors by offering a variety of healthy, happy lifestyle options. By getting the right people on the team at all levels of the organization and by making work fun, we will create a culture where the best people will want to work, residents will want to live, and the core values of Accountability, Relentless Improvement, Embrace Change, Respect and Passion are embraced.
What we offer:
PTO (Paid Time Off) Various coverage levels for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans 401k Retirement plans plus a generous company match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company paid Life Insurance And best of all, you get to work with our amazing STAFF and
RESIDENTS
! Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to be responsible for administering routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and Primrose policy. The Medication Aide provides care to residents which may include personal hygiene, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, meal services and other duties and services as assigned within the community. The Medication Aide collaborates and assists in supporting the entire nursing department, other departments, medical professionals, consultants, residents, and families in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. What we're looking for: Experience in long-term care or assisted living environment is preferred. Current certification as a Medication Aide or Assistant or Qualified Medication Administration Person per state regulations. Maintain CPR/First Aid certification per state regulations. Attends in-service training as assigned and maintains continuing education hours if required for certification of position. Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities. Knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease, other dementias and related memory impairments is preferred. Demonstrates abilities to work as a team. Basic knowledge of computer software and programs. Able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis. Opportunities for full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed) hours.
Available shifts:
days, evenings, or nights.
Pay range:
$17.50 starting wage. To learn more about this position, and more great opportunities, please visit us at: https://primroseretirement.com/primrose-careers-culture/ #CMT123
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
