Certified Medication Aide - $1500 Sign On Bonus - Full Time Day Shift - Sentry Hill at York Harbor
York, ME 03909
About the Job
Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR), provides personal are and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensures delivery of care and services to all residents in the community to include Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities and dining services and individual service plan need of each assigned resident.
Job DescriptionFULL TIME DAY SHIFT AVAILABLE - $1500 Sign On Bonus for qualified candidates.
- Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Skilled Nursing Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Manager Nurse and/or the Director of Nursing.
- Responsible for proper storage of all medications and ensuring all lotions, ointments and liquids stored separately from oral medications.
- Responsible for removing all discontinued medication from med cart and giving it to the supervisor.
- Provide personal care to residents to include, but not limited to, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating, etc.
- Provide general nursing care to include, but not limited to, vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
- Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at end of shift and restocking as needed.
- Responsible for weekly deep cleaning of all med carts.
Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Years of Experience: 1+ months of experience
Type of Experience: Senior Living preferred
Special Certifications: Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations
Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations. Technical Competencies: Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Skills and Ability:
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
- Superior time management skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors
Additional Information
Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.