Unlicensed Medication Aide - Evenings - Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Rapid City
Rapid City, SD
About the Job
Peaceful Pines Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional care and service with compassion. Peaceful Pines Senior Living provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. We strive to create a family of employees who feel valued and supported in an environment that inspires excellence and fulfilment.
Come Join Our Team! As an Unlicensed Medication Aide at our facility, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their activities of daily living tasks including eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring ect. as well as passing medications per the medication administration record and all regulations. The ideal candidate understands that each resident has a unique story to learn from, and that they require patience, kindness, and empathy. If you have a big heart, an upbeat attitude, and an awesome work ethic, we welcome you to apply!
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Licensed in the state of South Dakota as an UMA.
- Free on-the-job training provided if you are not currently licensed but looking to grow!
- Dependability and a contagiously positive attitude.
- A team player looking to promote themselves and the people around them.
- A passion for working with seniors and/or caring for others.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:
- Ensure the well-being and protection of every resident through the delivery of high-quality care.
- Promote and support a positive work environment focused on team building and collaboration.
- Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent personal or health information concerning residents and staff.
- Assist residents by providing snacks and supplements, encouraging water intake, and assisting with feeding as trained and as needed.
- Answer pendant system/call lights promptly to determine and assist with residents' needs.
- Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations.
- Coordinates with nursing staff to assist with resident care and medications.
- Document the outcomes related to resident care, medication administration, behavior, and activity and dietary services.
- Communicates changing health conditions, medication follow-up, and care-related concerns/responses to the nursing leadership team.
- Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to resident's safety and comfort consistent with Peaceful Pines Senior Living Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
- Adhere to OSHA and CDC guidelines for infection-control techniques.
- All other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Management that cares about your personal and professional goals.
- Paid trainings and education assistance.
- A fun working environment with some of the coolest, quirkiest teammates and residents around.
- PTO, Retirement Plan Matching Contributions, Health, Dental, and Vision. Payroll Advance program.
- Growth opportunities galore.
COMPENSATION:
- Flexible and set schedules
- Evening shift with option to move to days or overnights when open!
- $14.00 - $18.00 DOE
- Resident Care Aides $14.00-$15.00/hour depending on experience
- Paid CNA and UMA Training, pay ranges $15.00-$18.00/hour depending on experience with certificates
HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call the Director of Human Resources at 1-605-736-1974 or email hrdept@hmecompanies.net