Certified Medication Assistant

Lifespace Communities is seeking a compassionate Certified Medication Assistant to support residents in our senior living community. In this role, you will safely administer medications, monitor residents for side effects, and accurately document all care in accordance with state regulations and community policies. You'll assist with daily living activities, support residents' independence, and communicate changes in condition to nursing staff. Working within a resident-first, mission-driven culture, you'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life and uphold dignity and respect for every senior we serve.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents in accordance with physician orders and state regulations
• Document medication administration, treatments, and resident responses accurately in electronic/paper records
• Monitor residents for side effects, changes in condition, and promptly report concerns to nursing staff
• Assist residents with daily living activities, comfort measures, and basic care needs
• Maintain medication carts, supplies, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and secure manner
• Follow infection control, safety, and resident-rights policies at all times
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Support new resident admissions, transfers, and discharges as directed by nursing leadership

Required Skills

• Medication administration
• Medication documentation
• Electronic medical records (EMR)
• Vital signs monitoring
• Infection control
• Resident observation and reporting
• Basic patient care/ADLs
• HIPAA compliance
• Time management
• Team communication