4-K Housing is a mission-driven, not-for-profit senior living health care organization. We encourage our staff and residents to walk this PATH of life together! Our values focus on:

• Purpose
• Acceptance
• Thankfulness
• Harmony

Our goal is to help residents to live a life where they are happy, healthy, and maximizing their independence. We do this by fostering relationships, connections, and a sense of belonging which contribute to positive health outcomes. YOU are an important part of creating such a full life!

Currently, Stoney Brook of Copperas Cove is seeking PRN Resident Medication Aides to continue our story of compassionately caring for our residents.

Responsibilities Include:

• Exercises independent judgment and discretion in the performance of tasks with the understanding that the responsibilities are not routine or limited to resident care matters.
• Administers medication and treatments as prescribed by physician. A monitor’s response to existing treatment plans, aware of prominent medication interactions and side effects; monitors residents for occurrence of such and notifies HCC.
• Adheres to community infection control policies and procedures relevant to medication/treatment administration.
• Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. Supervises residents who self-administer medication.
• Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures. Maintains residents’ records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedure. This includes documentation related to medication distribution, leisure activities; incidents and observations; charting any changes in resident’s physical condition and or behaviors, visitors, etc.
• Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the supervisor. Writes weekly/monthly summaries as assigned, addressing specifically the problems identified in the service plan. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receives reports on all residents. Counts controlled substances with off going RMA, assumes responsibility for assuring accuracy of count before accepting keys.
• Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance – including emergency call pendants, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers. Attend all inservices as required. Member of the community’s emergency response team. Maintains a professional appearance and good personal hygiene per company policies. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors
• Certified Medication Aide preferred

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.

• High School diploma or G.E.D.

• Ability to speak, read & write English.

• Flexibility to work on weekends & holidays.

• Must be willing to undergo a routine background check including physical and drug screen.

Shift:

• 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.

Benefits:

• Referral program
• You get to work with an experienced team!
• You get to do work that matters, to love & care for our residents.

If you are a compassionate person, we are looking for you. Apply now!

4-K Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.