Full-Time Medication Aid (Nights)

Position: Full-Time Medication Aid (Nights)

Countryside Living Assisted and Independent Living Facility is seeking an independent, self-motivated medication aide to provide effective and efficient care including housekeeping, laundry, shower/dressing assistance and administer medications to residents. This is a full-time position. The hours are 10:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m. with every other weekend and holidays.
 
Responsibilities:

• Administer medications in a correct and timely manner
• Other essential functions of position:
  • Light housekeeping
  • Serve meals using standards to maintain sanitation.
  • Preparing dining rooms and tables.
• Document and report to nurse any changes in resident behavior, weight, blood pressure, medication errors, and any other pertinent information regarding resident.

 
Experience:

• SD Medication aide credentials preferred but will train right candidate
• Highschool diploma required

 
Job Type: Full-time night shift will be 10:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m.
 
Applicants may be subject to full background check and drug screening prior to hire.
 
Competitive wages and a great work environment! Benefits include health insurance, dental, eye, and 401K match.
 
Countryside Living Assisted and Independent Facility
2100 N Wisconsin St.
Mitchell, SD 57301
 
Full Job Description:

• Provide emergency care to residents when necessary.
• Requisition adequate medications and supplies to administer medications in a timely manner.
• Document and report to nurse any changes in resident behavior, weight, blood pressure, medication errors, and any other pertinent information regarding resident.
• Administer medications in a correct and timely manner.
• Complete all documentation related to resident's medication administration.
• Document any adverse effects of drug therapy and report to nurse immediately.
• Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective action immediately.
• Identify resident problems and emergency situations.
• Follow facility Residents' Rights policies and procedures.
• Participate in facility educational program.
• Respond to residents' call for assistance promptly.
• Verify accuracy of narcotic count, check emergency supplies and exchange keys.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Work cooperatively with other staff in facility.
• Be responsible for the safety of residents.
• Come to work in a clean, neat uniform and present a professional appropriate appearance.
• Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
• Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, and timely manner.
• Observe infection control procedures.
• Assume accountability for data contained in the employees' handbook.
• Observe all facility policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.
• Other essential functions of position:
  • Light housekeeping.
  • Serve meals using standards to maintain sanitation.
  • Preparing dining rooms and tables.