What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Aide position at Cascadia?
Medication Aide: AM shift (6am-2pm) and PM Shift (2pm-10pm).
POSITION SUMMARY
- Administers and/or assists with the self-administration of routine medications of various forms.
- Maintains accurate record of medications and treatments administered or omitted on each resident’s clinical record.
- Follows the activities of daily living for each individuals care plan.
- Reports changes and observations of residents' needs and preferences.
- Takes vital signs, residents' weights, applies creams/ointments, collects specimens, as well as lifts, moves, and transports residents.
- Documents care provided to resident.
- Follows standard precautions and safe work practices.
- EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Current WA State CNA/HCA license in good standing
- Applicants with nurse delegation a plus
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
- Current First Aid and CPR card
- Maintain current Food Handlers card
- Pass a Criminal Background and fingerprint check .
- Actual pay rate will be calculated based on relevant years of experience and education/certification requirements.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Compensation Program
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- Shift differential for night shift employees
- Bonus
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- Shift coverage bonus offered as needed
- Health Care
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- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Savings and Spending accounts to set money aside tax-free for health care and dependent care expenses. HSA account includes employer contribution
- Extra Benefits
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- Paid time off to be used after 90-days, 0.038 hours PTO accrued for every hour worked
- Six paid holidays
- Up to 3 days Bereavement Leave
- Floating Holiday: 0.028 hours accrued for every hour worked.
- Life Insurance
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) with annual employer discretionary contribution.
- Cascadia Assistance Fund to provide financial help with hardships or continuing education
- Employee Assistance Program
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Salary : $18 - $25
