Medication Aide

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of our beloved seniors? As a Full-Time Medication Aide at Brookstone Assisted Living in Fayetteville, AR, you will have the opportunity to provide compassionate care and support to our residents, ensuring they receive their medications safely and on time. Joining our team means being part of a dynamic and fulfilling work environment where your expertise will truly shine. At Brookstone, your dedication to excellence and empathy will be valued every day.

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. Embrace this exciting opportunity that offers a competitive pay rate. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us!

As a Medication Aide at Brookstone Assisted Living, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their medication needs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in administration. Your day-to-day tasks will include dispensing medications, documenting administration, and communicating any changes in residents' conditions to the nursing team promptly. You will also provide vital support to residents, offering comfort and assistance as needed. In this role, attention to detail and a compassionate approach are key to creating a safe and caring environment for our residents. Join our team and be a crucial part of enhancing the quality of life for our seniors.

To excel as a Medication Aide at Brookstone Assisted Living, you must possess strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in medication administration, observation for drug reactions, and recording procedures is essential. Your ability to work effectively under the supervision of a licensed nurse while adhering to ethical and legal standards will set you up for success in this role.

A high school diploma and at least two years of nurse aide certification are required, with a preference for Medication Aide certification. Demonstrated experience in specialized materials production, proofreading, and successful completion of a medication assistant certification course are highly valued. Join us at Brookstone Assisted Living in Fayetteville, AR, where your skills and dedication will make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

Essential Functions

Assistant with the dispensing of oral inhalation and topical medications to patients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law.

Observe patients for drug reactions and report any problems to the nurses.

Performing tasks associated with medication administration including patient vital signs and stocking the medication cart.

Recording medication administration according to agency procedure

Assists the nurse in providing care to clients which includes observation and reporting of client needs

Recognizes and performs tasks according to level of education and training

Accepts responsibility and accountability for own performance according to state laws and regulations.

Performs tasks safely and effectively to assure client comfort and welfare

Respects client rights

Protects confidential client information unless otherwise required to promote client safety and welfare

Follows federal, state, and agency regulations to protect own health and that of others

Seeks guidance from the nurse as needed to perform tasks safely and efficiently

Customer/Client Focus; Ethical Conduct; Flexibility; Initiative; Personal Effectiveness/Credibility; Stress

Management/Composure; Teamwork Orientation; Technical Capacity; Multi-tasking; Medical Teamwork; Bedside

Manner & Compassion; Infection Control; Health Promotion and Maintenance; Creating a Safe Effective Environment.

Informing Others; Judgment; Pain Management.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma.

At least two years of holding a nurse aide certification

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

1. Preferred: Medication Aide certification.

2. Demonstrated experience with production of specialized materials and documents.

3. Proofreading and editing skills.

4. Successful completion of facility medication assistant certification course.

If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you!