Resident Medication Aide

apartment Peregrine Crossgate location_onAlbany, NY 12203, US

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We are currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Resident Medication Aide

Schedule:

Full Time: 7am - 3pm
Full Time: 11pm – 7am

Salary: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour, based on experience.

Shift differential also available for Evenings, Nights and Weekend Shifts

Benefits:

Generous PTO
Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Plans, Dental, Vision
Child Care Reimbursement
Compassionate PTO Donation Program – to support a team member

Flexible Scheduling
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO Cash Out Program
Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match

Resident Medication Aide Responsibilities include:

Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care as needed
Assist in monitoring the medication program
Dispenses medication in accordance with physician orders and as stated on the Medication Administration Record for all residents

Resident Medication Aide Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Two (2) years of resident care experience and/or training required
Successfully complete all trainings as required by state regulations

Company Overview:

Peregrine Senior Living is known for their innovative leadership in revolutionizing care for the elderly. Joining Peregrine means working for a leader in memory care-based programs, one that has set current standards and will likely define them in the future. Come join our team and help us revolutionize exceptional care for the senior population in the greater Albany, New York region.

Peregrine Senior Living at Crossgate located in Albany, NY is a leading provider of senior assisted living and is committed to providing its residents with exceptional care and supervision.

Employee Appreciation:

Peregrine Proud: Public acknowledgement of exceptional employee performance
Monthly All Staff Gift Card Drawings
Periodic All Staff Appreciation Community Events
Annual Longevity Rewards: Anniversary Bonus & Celebration

COVID-19 considerations: Strict adherence to NYS DOH guidelines & CDC standards.

Peregrine Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nation origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applied to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Peregrine Senior Living makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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