All Shift Medication Aides
Company: CARING PLACES MANAGEMENT
Location: Port Angeles
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Description: At Caring Places Management, we have been
passionate about providing exceptional care for seniors throughout
the Pacific Northwest since we opened our first community in 1991.
We are committed to achieving our mission of Exceeding Expectations
for Loving, Thoughtful Care by offering our residents caring,
thoughtful service in a homelike environment.
*$300 Sign on BONUS*
Caring Places Management is actively recruiting an empathetic,
qualified individual to join our Assisted Living & Memory Care
community, Laurel Place, as a Medication Aide. As part of our team,
you work with seniors requiring assistance and their families to
determine their individual needs and requirements. Why work for
Caring Places Management? We truly believe in our company motto:
"Exceeding Expectations for Loving, Thoughtful Care".
Medication Aides will enhance the care and life quality for each
resident by:
Understanding and providing services outlined in the Service Plan
for each resident;
Listening to, and communicating with, each resident in a sensitive
manner;
Being aware of the emotional/behavioral/mental conditions/needs of
each resident and respond in a gentle, reassuring way;
Providing personal care as appropriate while striving to promote
self-care, independence and dignity, and preserving privacy;
Working as part of a team in meeting resident needs;
Other activities as assigned.
Medication Aides will protect the safety and health of each
resident by:
Assuring the safety of each resident by knowing what to do in any
emergency situation by being aware of the needs of each resident,
and by knowing the physical environment of our facility;
Receiving emergency protocol training;
Dispensing medication according to physician's orders and under the
auspices of the RN;
Performing treatments according to physician and RN directions;
Following documentation requirements of State regulations, the RN
and the facility;
Documenting observed changes in condition, interventions/programs
used and observed results, and any unusual occurrence in each
resident's daily routine;
Communicating observed changes in the physical condition of the
resident to the supervising RN, LPN, Resident Care Coordinator,
physician, and family members when appropriate;
Communicating with family members and visitors as directed by the
Administrator with care to protect the privacy of each
resident;
Communicating in a comprehensive and positive manner to other
employees at shift change to assure continuity of program and
care;
Intervening and/or redirecting when appropriate to insure the
safety and well-being of all residents;
Using good body mechanics when transferring residents and when
lifting/moving other objects to avoid injury;
Promptly reporting any injuries/incidents that occur in accordance
with facility protocol;
Assisting in keeping the facility in compliance with State
regulations by following all protocol of delegations tasks at all
times;
Other activities as assigned.
Medication Aides will assist in providing a pleasant, comfortable
environment for residents by:
Helping to maintain a safe, organized, clean and efficient
workplace;
Striving to keep our facility calm and positive by using good
communication skills, including the use of simple, reassuring terms
and a calming tone of voice when speaking;
Maintaining a team approach to the correct and efficient completion
of all shift tasks, assisting in these tasks when necessary;
Other activities as assigned.
Medication Aides will continually improve their skills to better
serve residents by:
Completing continuing education as required;
Attending all Medication Aide meetings under the direction of the
RN;
Attending staff/training meetings;
Keeping all certifications current, including CPR and First
Aid;
Other activities as assigned.
Medication Aides will honor each resident, at all times, by abiding
by the Resident Bill of Rights. Requirements:
Requirements and Qualifications:
Current Medication Aide certification (NAR, HCA or CNA)
At least one year of experience, ideally in an assisted living,
memory care, or elderly care setting, preferred
BLS certification, preferred
Wage & Schedule:
Day Shift
Evening Shift
Overnight Shift
Full Time or Part Time
Wage is starting at $19.50, DOE & Certifications
Benefits:
Health Insurance - FT Employees ONLY
Dental & Vision Insurance
HSA
WellVia (Telehealth) - FREE TO EMPLOYEES & FAMILY MEMBERS AND
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON HIRE
401K Plan
PTO
Competitive Wages
Employee Appreciation
Free On the Job Training
APPLY NOW! Or visit our website at https://www.caringplaces.com/
for more information. Please attach RESUMES when applying.
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