The Medication Aide plays an essential role in supporting residents' health, comfort, and daily
experience across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. This position is responsible
for administering medications and assisting with daily living activities while ensuring care is delivered
with compassion, dignity, and respect for each resident in Assisted Living and Memory Care.
At Peaceful Pines Senior Living, Living Life Together means recognizing that every resident has a
unique story, preferences, and needs. The Medication Aide supports not only clinical outcomes, but
also emotional well-being, independence, and meaningful daily living-helping residents feel safe,
valued, and truly at home.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Medication Administration and Clinical Support in Assisted Living and Memory Care:
Administer prescribed medications as delegated by a Registered Nurse in accordance with
state regulations.
Ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery following all policies and procedures.
Monitor residents for medication effectiveness, side effects, and overall response.
Communicate any medication-related concerns, changes, or follow-ups to nursing leadership.
Coordinate with nursing staff to support continuity of care and medication management.
Accurately document medication administration and treatment completion in the Medication
Administration Record (MAR) and other required documentation systems.
Maintain Security, accountability, and proper storage of medications in accordance with
state regulations and community policy.
Resident Care:
Assist residents with activities of daily living including eating, bathing, dressing, and mobility.
Provide snacks and supplements, encourage hydration, and assist with feeding as trained and
needed.
Perform care responsibilities that promote residents' safety, comfort, dignity, choice and
independence.
Support routines and preferences that reflect each resident's personal lifestyle and choices.
Approach every interaction with patience, kindness, empathy, and respect.
Utilize person-centered and dementia-informed care techniques to support residents
experiencing cognitive impairment, confusion, anxiety, or behavioral expressions.
Resident Experience and Engagement:
Answer call lights and pendant systems promptly and respond to resident needs with urgency
and compassion.
Promote meaningful interactions during care-not just task completion.
Encourage resident participation in daily activities, dining, and social opportunities.
Observe resident mood, behavior, and engagement, recognizing changes that may impact
well-being.
Contribute to an environment where residents feel seen, heard, and valued.
Documentation and Communication:
Accurately document outcomes related to resident care, medication administration,
behavior, activity, and culinary services.
Communicate changes in condition, behavior, or care needs promptly to the nursing
leadership team.
Maintain clear, timely, and consistent communication with team members across shifts.
Ensure all documentation meets regulatory and organizational standards.
Team Collaboration and Culture:
Promote and support a positive work environment.
Work closely with nursing, care staff, culinary, and life enrichment teams to support the full resident experience.
Contribute to a culture where care is person-centered, respectful, and relationship-driven.
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