Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Madison·Madison, South Dakota
The Medication Aide is responsible for the safe and accurate administration of prescribed medications to residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Additionally, the role involves assisting residents with daily living activities and providing emotional support to enhance their overall well-being.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing development.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff health and personal information.
Follow all Peaceful Pines policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
Adhere to OSHA and CDC guidelines for infection control and safety practices.
Ensure care is delivered in a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
Recognize and report safety concerns, incidents, or changes in condition promptly.
Person-centered care and compassion.
Attention to detail and accuracy in medication administration.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Emotional intelligence and empathy.
Reliability and accountability.
Commitment to creating a positive resident experience.
HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call the Director of Human Resources at 1-605-736-1974 or email hrdept@hmecompanies.net. Must be able to pass background check.
Market context
In South Dakota, nursing support roles such as CNA and Medication Aide positions are often sought in long-term care and related facility settings, where dependable staffing is important. Competition can center on active certifications, comfort with hands-on care, and experience in similar environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and if you apply, emphasize your certifications and any facility-based experience.
