Medication Aide (PRN) All Shift

Description

• Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse.
• Assist with moving and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Performs household services essential to health care at home including meal preparation/feeding, laundry and ironing, changing/laundering bed linens, light housekeeping and other services as offered.
• Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
• Responds promptly and courteously to resident requests for assistance and emergency pull cords.
• Performs personal care activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, and others as directed/requested.
• Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for residents by observing infection control practices, following facility guidelines, and reporting unsafe situation to the nurse.
• Assist residents in preparing and transporting for appointments and social programs.
• Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the nurse, e.g. range of motion exercises, assistance in ambulation or exercises.

Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
• Prefer 6 months or more of experience passing meds in a home care, assisted living, or long-term care facility.
• Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.

Benefits

• Pet Insurance
• Medical and Prescription Coverage
• Comprehensive Health Plan Options
• Paycheck Advances with Rain Instant Pay
• FSA & HSA Account Options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Generous Paid Time Off & Discounted Travel Accommodations
• Benefits available to eligible employees with enrollment in a medical insurance plan. Eligibility may vary by position, average hours worked, length of service, and/or location.
• LifeMart Employee Discounts
• $10k Life Insurance Coverage*
• Access to Health Care & Mental Health E-Visits
• Team Member Referral Bonus
• Tuition Discounts with Rasmussen College
• OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Employee Support Program (EAP)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance