What does the CertifiedMedication Aide do?

You will be providing medication services and directresident care to our terrific residents, assist in medication distribution, maintaininga positive physical and psychosocial environment for residents, and be a partof a high performing care team. Additionally, you will get to assist our residentswith activities of daily living, housekeeping, laundry and other daily chores.

Why join thePrestige Care Family in the Certified Medication Aide role and what can weoffer you?

• See the impact of your expertise and care byinteracting with our residents on a daily basis.
• Collaborate with a strong team of health careproviders, all while working in a home-like setting.
• The ability to bring pure joy and community toour residents.
• Start your healthcare career with us, with adefined career track.
• Build relationships with your residents formonths and years at a time.
• Strong promote-from-within culture: thepossibilities are endless.
• Our 35 year old, family-owned and operatedorganization (with over 80 locations in 8 states) means we aren’t too small,but not too big. You are known here.

In this job, everyday you will…

1. Responsible for the daily operation of themedication room and medication services as directed by the Director of Nursing(SNF) or Health Services Director (AL) and in accordance with physician orders,state regulations and the nurse practice act.

2. Processes physician medication and treatmentorders in accordance with state regulations and the nurse practice act.

3. Administers and assists with theself-administration of routine and non-routine medications in accordance withphysician orders, state regulations and the nurse practice act.

4. Reports and records changes in residentcondition, incidents and accidents to Director of Nursing (SNF) or HealthServices Director (AL), physician and family member as indicated under thedirection of the Director of Nursing (SNF) or Health Services Director (AL).

5. Routinely communicates with physicians,pharmacies, outside services, residents and families regarding medication andcare services.

6. Provides direct resident care while promotingthe resident’s dignity, independence and choice, regularly observes residents’physical and mental conditions and reports changes to the HSD, ExpressionsCoordinator, or Executive Director.

Education & Experienceyou need to qualify:

• You will need a High school diploma or GED withone or more years of personal care experience with older adults preferred or asrequired by state regulations.
• You must hold state required medication passcertification or other required certification, complete state required delegationand/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication passcompetency.
• Must have current CPR certification, First Aidtraining, and Food Handlers permit as required by state regulations.
• Must complete all state required trainings asnecessary.

EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED – At Prestige, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different. Prestige is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Forest Grove Rehabilitation and Care Center

Information about Prestige Care and Rehab Center ofForest GroveLocated at 3900 Pacific Ave. in Forest Grove, Oregon, ourcare center has 114 beds and a team of high quality nurses and other careproviders that truly offer the best in care to our residents. Forest Grove hasmany long term nursing leaders, with many team members being promoted to higherlevel roles, or other roles within the organization. Our care center is clean,homey, inviting, and a place where you can bring your full self to work toserve our residents. If making a difference in the lives of others, where youare recognized daily, and you get to work alongside like-minded providers,Prestige Care and Rehab Center of Forest Grove is the place for you to growyour healthcare career.

Who Is Prestige Care?Prestige Care is a family of over 75 skilled nursing post-acute care centers, as well as assisted living and memory care communitiesin 8 Western states. We are an organization of over 5,000 team members whoserve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personallytouching their lives every day.

BenefitsBeginning January 2023, Prestige is excited to offer a great medical plan with low monthly premiums for Full Time (32 hr ) Oregon Skilled Nursing Center employees and dependents!

Oregon SNF Union Employees:

• Employee Only: $35/month

• Employee & Spouse: $70/month

• Employee & Family: $105/month

Oregon SNF Non-Union Employees:

• Employee Only: $75/month

• Employee & Spouse: $200/month

• Employee & Family: $300/month

Our comprehensive benefit package includes:

• A choice of health plans – Kaiser Permanente or Regence BlueCross BlueShield

• Coverage begins the first of the month after start date

• Preventative care covered at 100% /Generic Rx covered at 100%/Office Visit Co-pay $20

• Vision - VSP/Dental - Delta

• Employer paid Life and AD&D

• 401k w/company match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off Program/Paid holidays

• Annual wage increases

• Scholarship/Tuition reimbursement

* Nursing Assistant students not employed by Prestige Care Full Time outside of their class will not be benefit eligible as they are not considered employees