Medication Aide (RMA)-Day shift

White Birch Communities is looking for one day shift  Medication Aide (RMA) to join our team at our Rockingham location. The RMA will not only administer medication to residents, but also provide nursing care to patients and assist them in daily activities such as bathing, eating, and toileting. Evening shift medication aides start at $17/hour r+$2 sift differential.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, punctual, and enjoys helping others. This person must be reliable, empathetic, and be able to work with all types of people.  

Responsibilities: 

• Patient care – Instill confidence and trust in patients in a competent and caring manner. Provide hygiene and daily living assistance. This could include toileting, bathing, and assisting patients with showers. Support the patient with meals as needed. Ambulate, turn, and position patients as required.
• Medical needs – Check vital signs and weight. Perform sugar tests and specimen collection.
• Professional development – Maintain any specialized training and, if applicable, perform additional and specialized tasks pertinent to the assigned patient or area.  

Requirements: 

• Registered Medication Aide license
• CNA license or DCA certification
• Previous hospital, assisted living or other related health care experience with acceptable references preferred
• Excellent customer service skills 
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds at times

About White Birch Communities:

White Birch Communities is an assisted living community dedicated to giving our residents a safe, home-like environment. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes compassionate care and a sense of family for not only our residents, but also our employees.

White Birch Communities benefits include health and dental insurance, company-matched retirement plan, paid vacation and holidays.