What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med Aide - PT Night position at Rock Health?
Role Summary
The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, vital signs, psycho-social support, and safe transfers. They help with food preparation, assist with meals, and administer prescribed medications within their scope of practice. Documentation of care, medication, and resident responses is essential, along with communication of any changes to the charge nurse.
Key duties also encompass providing housekeeping, laundry, and supporting wellness and recreational activities. The role may involve participation in committees and organizational tasks.
Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, relevant clinical or nursing assistant experience, and required state certifications (CNA, CMA, TMA). Continuing education and competency testing are mandatory. Skills needed are strong communication, attention to detail, and knowledge of proper transfer and medication administration techniques.
Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The organization promotes an inclusive, drug-free workplace, requiring background checks and pre-employment screening.
The Medication Assistant (MA) provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living support under supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, vital signs, psycho-social support, and safe transfers. They help with food preparation, assist with meals, and administer prescribed medications within their scope of practice. Documentation of care, medication, and resident responses is essential, along with communication of any changes to the charge nurse.
Key duties also encompass providing housekeeping, laundry, and supporting wellness and recreational activities. The role may involve participation in committees and organizational tasks.
Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, relevant clinical or nursing assistant experience, and required state certifications (CNA, CMA, TMA). Continuing education and competency testing are mandatory. Skills needed are strong communication, attention to detail, and knowledge of proper transfer and medication administration techniques.
Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The organization promotes an inclusive, drug-free workplace, requiring background checks and pre-employment screening.