Certified Medication Aide
24 days ago
San Antonio
Job Description As a member of our team, you are more than an employee; you are a vital part of a community built on family values, compassion and encouragement. Our residents have spent lifetimes building families, careers, and legacies. Now, they have entrusted us with their daily comfort and well-being. We believe that true care goes beyond clinical or domestic tasks—it is found in the patience of a listening ear, the warmth of a smile, and the genuine empathy we bring to every interaction. In this environment, your role is to be a source of constant support. Whether you are assisting with daily needs or simply sharing a moment of conversation, your goal is to provide the encouragement our residents need to live each day with dignity and purpose. We are committed to fostering a culture where you feel equally supported, empowered, and inspired to make a meaningful difference. Join our team! Full Time & PRN positions available. Essential Job Responsibilities • Assist in developing, updating, and implementing each resident’s service plan., • Assist with resident laundry and daily bed making, as needed., • Assist in serving meals and bussing tables during meal times., • Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility., • Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan., • Work with team to update service plans for residents., • Maintain an accurate record of chargeable services and submit record to supervisor by the designated date each month., • Administer medications as directed in the resident service plan and MAR., • Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician., • Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures., • Administer treatments as directed on treatment sheets., • Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents., • Document information pertaining to changes in resident’s functional status, personal needs, appointments, etc., • Complete incident reports and documentation on resident’s record., • Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up., • Report concerns about residents to Director., • Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to Resident Care Coordinator., • Monitors vital signs and complete required documentation., • Participate in direction and monitoring of medications and other tasks through R.N delegation., • Oversee resident care aide staff, facility operation, and monitor resident care on shifts when a supervisor is not present., • Encourage socialization among residents., • Assist with the activity program; conduct activities as requested by Program Director or assigned by supervisor., • Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities., • Promote activities enthusiastically to pique residents’ interest., • Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested., • Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents., • Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils., • Maintain a cheerful, positive, and upbeat demeanor at all times., • Maintain confidentiality of all resident/staff information., • Treat each resident with dignity and respect., • Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services., • Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor. Working Behaviors • Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures., • Regular attendance is an essential function of this position., • Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors., • Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel., • Promote the facility in a positive way., • Promote teamwork in providing services to resident., • Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs. Knowledge Expectations • OSHA-MSD Sheets and procedures, • Fire and Safety procedures, • Knowledge of medication administration and medications, • Knowledge of Basic First Aid, • Nursing standards of practice for older adults, • State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living, • Safe food handling procedures, • HIPPA requirements, • Promote teamwork in providing services to residentsStandards, • Residents always come first, and their needs will be met unless there is a conflict with the needs of others or the organization as a whole., • Employees will not work under the influence of alcohol nor mood altering or illegal drugs., • Neat appearance, adherence to the dress code and good personal hygiene are expected. Job Requirements • High school diploma or GED, • Certified Medication Aide, • Basic First Aid Training, • Skills in nurturing and organizing similar to those in a domestic household, • Experience or interest in working with older adults Perks and Benefits: • Birthday & Anniversary PTO, • PTO accrual on Day ONE, • Referral Bonus, • Pay Advance Program, • Generous benefit offerings to include: Medical/ Dental/Vision/ Accident/ STD/LTD, • Employer paid Life policy, • Free meal during certain shifts