Certified Medication Aide
Primrose Retirement Communities, LLC·Aberdeen, South Dakota
Primrose Retirement Communities, LLC·Aberdeen, South Dakota
Responsible for administering routine medications to residents according to state regulations and company policy. Provides comprehensive resident care including personal hygiene, meal services, and psychosocial support.
Primrose Retirement Communities is hiring a Certified Medication Aide to be responsible for administering routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and Primrose policy.
The Medication Aide provides care to residents which may include personal hygiene, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, social-recreational activities, meal services and other duties and services as assigned within the community.
The Medication Aide collaborates and assists in supporting the entire nursing department, other departments, medical professionals, consultants, residents, and families in an efficient and economic manner to enable each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
What we're looking for: Experience in long-term care or assisted living environment is preferred.
Current certification as a Medication Aide or Assistant or Qualified Medication Administration Person per state regulations.
Maintain CPR/First Aid certification per state regulations.
Attends in-service training as assigned and maintains continuing education hours if required for certification of position.
Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, other dementias and related memory impairments is preferred.
Demonstrates abilities to work as a team.
Basic knowledge of computer software and programs.
Able to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Opportunities for full-time or part-time hours.
Available shifts: days or evenings.
To learn more about this position, and more great opportunities, please visit us at: https://primroseretirement.com/primrose-careers-culture/
Requires current certification as a Medication Aide or Assistant and valid CPR/First Aid certification. Experience in long-term care or assisted living and knowledge of Alzheimer's disease are preferred.
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.
