Job Description
Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS We Have a Place for YOU Apply To Prairie Gate Today! At Prairie Gate , find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling for care. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on helping to understand people's needs and working together to be supportive and empowering in order to build a vibrant and thriving community. You benefit from a close-knit community-based team and a supportive organization with opportunities for movement and growth. PT 6am-2pm Wage: $20.11+/hour BOE Prairie Gate is seeking a Medication Aide to join our team. Must have an Iowa Medication Aide Certification Prairie Gate senior living community in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is one of Presbyterian Homes & Services newest communities. Prairie Gate’s updated prairie-style architecture will beckon the adventurous, with inviting interior spaces for social gatherings, opening to an expanse of prairie plantings, and flowers lining outdoor walking paths, engaging the senses and promoting wellness. At the heart of the community, the two-story 21,000 square foot Town Center offers an array of amenities and services, including community gathering spaces, restaurant-style dining, a bistro, salon, library, club room, business office, guest suite, chapel and wellness center with aerobics studio. This community offers the following care options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care. Address: 16 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: Bus route access Free employee meals Free fitness center access In proximity to: McClelland, Underwood, Neola, Honey Creek, Crescent, Carter Lake, Omaha, Ralston, La Vista, Bellevue, Mineola, Treynor. What Differentiates PHS By prioritizing the needs of our people, it changes the focus of the organization (PHS) to enabling, empowering, engaging, educating and inspiring YOU and the people we all touch. You, as a team member are able to bring your talents to your work, and to access the support needed to be set up for success. Together, we all make up who PHS is. As a faith-based nonprofit organization, PHS considers our Christian Ministry values to be at the heart of all we do and it forms the cornerstone of our identity as an organization. We strive to reflect the love of God and define our service to you and others as an expression of God’s grace. Hiring people that value and support our community and culture is as important to us as hiring people who have the skills for the position. Together, our team and volunteers offer their gifts and serve more than 26,000 older adults each year. All are welcome Presbyterian Homes & Services strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents, guests, employees, and volunteers. Our Biblical Framework and “Love One Another” Christian ministry theme (John 13:34) guide every action and help us to focus on our Mission: To honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Responsibilities The Trained Medication Assistant is responsible for the provision of high quality care and services to our RCF/assisted living residents consistent with regulations and established clinical best practices. The Trained Medication Assistant administers medications and performs Resident Assistant responsibilities as assigned. Perform ADL’s as scheduled and assist other Resident Assistants as needed while maintaining consistency with regulations and established best practices. Monitor changes in Resident’s condition Transferring and assisting residents with mobility using various methods (gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) Ensure residents are cared for with dignity. Qualifications Successful completion of a state approved training program and current certification in medication administration in state(s) in which he/she practices. Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers. Benefits Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week: Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans Life insurance (AD&