Part-time Evening Medication Aide

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Who We Are

The Village Senior Residence offers independent living, assisted living and memory care with a total of 99 residences. This vibrant senior living community is surrounded by lush trees, gardens and flowers, and has been part of the Missoula community since 1989. Our neighboring community, The Village Health & Rehabilitation, offers rehabilitation, long-term care and memory care when additional services or care is needed. It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service®.

Platinum Service:

It is our commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life and we strive to deliver an exceptional experience through Platinum Service®.

Summary:

The Medication Aide (MA) plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to administer medications with the scope of your license and provide assigned residents with daily resident care and services as directed/instructed and in accordance with established a care plan.

Shift:

Part-time, Evening shift (2:30pm - 11pm)

Why Work for Us:

• Comprehensive Health Plan Options
• Medical and Prescription Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• $10k Life Insurance Coverage*
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits
• Employee Support Program (ESP)
• Tuition Discounts with Rasmussen College
• Educational Support
• Team Member Referral Bonus
• Shift Differentials
• LifeMart Employee Discounts
• OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off

• Benefits available to eligible employees with enrollment in a medical insurance plan. Eligibility may vary by position, average hours worked, length of service, and/or location.

Essential Job Functions:

• Medication Aide works under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist / administer medications according to health care provider instructions following the Medication Administration Record and within the scope of your license.
• Maintain accurate documentation of medication administration, medication effectiveness and any noted side effects, in accordance with established policy and procedures, standards of care and applicable state/federal regulations. Report any adverse reactions or side effects to supervisor or Director of Nursing.
• Performs personal care activities including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, and others as directed/requested.
• Assists in dining rooms as assigned to provide resident care and monitoring.
• Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
• Observes and report the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse. Report significant events that occur during shift.
• Responds promptly, courteously and appropriately to resident requests for assistance.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for residents by observing infection control, blood borne pathogens, fire safety, hazardous materials, and other safety practices, following facility guidelines, and reporting unsafe situations to the nurse.
• Assist residents in preparing for appointments and social programs.
• Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.
• Check each resident routinely to ensure that his/her personal care needs are being met in accordance with his/her wishes.
• Provide special resident services offered by the facility.
• Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as transferring residents, getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising, serve and assist with meals, taking vital signs.
• Observes and documents the health, behavior, physical and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse.
• Responds promptly and courteously to resident call signals, bells, or intercom systems to determine residents' needs.
• Promotes personal safety with a clean and safe environment for residents by observing infection control practices, following facility guidelines, and reporting unsafe situation to the nurse.
• Communicate with nurses on resident conditions, changes and concerns.
• Provide companionship, comfort and support to residents.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills:

• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public
• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility
• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families

Education and Experience:

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position
• Prefer 6 months or more of experience in a home care, assisted living, or long-term care facility