Medication Aide- various shifts available

Description

Medication Aide

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Hilton East Assisted Living currently has Full-time and part-time openings for a Medication Aide at our assisted living facility located in Hilton, NY.

At Hilton East Assisted Living, we know that each and every resident is an individual, with specific interests, needs and strengths.   Our desire is to give seniors respect and dignity in a caring environment that caters to residents’ specific needs.  Our services are designed to help residents maintain-or increase-their independence. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our residents are offered many choices, allowing each resident to customize their lifestyle. 

SHIFT DETAILS:

• Full-Time & part-time 
• Shifts:   7am-3:30 and  3pm-11:00pm
• will need to work at least one weekend shift

MEDICATION AIDE ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Works under the supervision of the Compliance Officer and or the Nurse on Duty, in accordance with the New York State Department of Health regulations.
• Provides clients with assistance with ADL’s and housekeeping tasks as dictated on the PCA activity sheet.
• Able to follow the Nursing Care Plan to complete the daily activities of the client, as well as completion of the aide activity sheet.
• Utilize mandated checklists
• Complete all documentation in a neat and timely manner.
• Able to follow state regulations
• Ability to ask questions when unsure, without being prompted.
• Observe the client and report changes appropriately to the RN.
• Attend required in-service training and HHA meetings.
• Exhibits necessary interpersonal skills to work well with clients and families. 
• Maintain a clean med room, medication cart and all storage containers.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Motivation and ability to work independently
• Demonstrates dependability
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Able to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to follow simple yet detailed procedures
• Able to utilize time efficiently

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA
• Retirement Plan 
• Free on-site parking

Requirements

Able to work with others

Dependability

Team Player

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Reliable transportation

Background check

Physical and TB test within 30 days of start date