Kisco Senior Living

Operates boutique senior living communities

CNA/Medication Technician

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeMelbourne, FL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant course is required where applicable.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old or meet state age requirements.
Current First Aid and CPR certification are required.
Candidates must have completed the training or certification required by state law for assisting with medications.
Candidates must know the regulations applicable to monitoring and licensing the residence.
Basic competency using Microsoft Office applications, internet-based applications, and custom applications is required.
Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Candidates must hold a required CNA license.

Responsibilities

Administer resident medication or assist residents with self-administration of medication, and coordinate resident treatments.
Assist residents with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and supporting their physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.
Observe residents for changes in condition and report them to the Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator, Dementia Care Coordinator, or an appropriate physician.
Assist residents with simple requests or find an appropriate associate to assist them.
Learn resident preferences to provide customer service, meet expectations, and support resident satisfaction.
Document and report changes in condition using company resident-care documentation forms.
Set up medications and provide medication assistance.
Log medications received from pharmacies, verify physician orders, and promptly communicate concerns.
Track medications and reorder them as needed.
Track vital signs and weight, perform diabetic testing or insulin injections where allowed by state law, and assist with ambulation and general activities.
Follow regulatory and company policies for destroying medications as directed by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director.
Document and remove medications discontinued by a resident’s physician.
Use common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relevant to medication administration.
Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
Help maintain each resident’s self-respect, dignity, and personal safety.
Assist resident assistants when needed and when primary tasks are complete.
Track needed supplies and communicate needs to the Care Services Director or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator.
Work within the department and across the community.
Support open and honest communication among associates.
Maintain required personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag while working.
Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve daily efficiency.
Ensure regulatory compliance and promptly report issues or concerns.
Support continuous improvement.
Follow applicable regulations, laws, Kisco standards, and the Associate Handbook.
Understand and support the community sales process.
Perform other related duties as required.

Job Description

The CNA/Medication Technician @ The Fountains administers resident medication or assist residents with self-administration of medication and coordinate treatments to residents. Provide assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

This is a full-time position, 6:45am-8pm , + every other weekend (3 x 12 hr shifts).

Pay: $18-$21/hr DOE

*CNA license required*

What will I do every day?

Observe residents for any changes in condition and report to Care Services Director, Resident
Care Coordinator (RCC)/Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or appropriate physician
Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist
Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
Document and report changes of condition and use company forms for resident care documentation
Provide medication set up and assistance
Log in medications from pharmacies, verify physician’s orders and communicate any concerns immediately
Track all medications and re-order as needed
Perform the following tasks with residents: track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injection (if state allowed), ambulation, and general activities
Follow all regulatory and company policies regarding the destruction of medications as identified by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director
Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the resident’s physician
Familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications
Support, lead and participate in resident-centered wellness programs
Work toward maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety
Assist resident assistants as needed and whenever primary tasks are completed
Track supplies that are needed and communicate to Care Services Director or RCC/DCC
Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
Support continuous improvement
Adhere to all regulations, laws and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook
Understand and support the community sales process
Perform other related duties as required

What will I need to be successful in this role?

Bring a smile to work every day
Be a great team player
Be a high school graduate
Nursing Assistant course (State approved, if required)

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

Must be 21 years of age (or meet state requirements)
Have current First Aid and CPR certification
Have completed the required training, and/or certification (according to state) for assisting with medications
Must be knowledgeable of pertinent regulations with monitoring and licensing of the residence
Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

Competitive pay
A free meal per shift
Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
Matching 401k (Full-time only)
Paid Time Off
Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB test, Background check and Physical Exam (all paid for by us).

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Company

Kisco Senior Living

Operates boutique senior living communities

Kisco Senior Living provides and manages senior living communities with a boutique hospitality approach, operating 32 communities across 10 states. Its living environments combine housing, care services, and programming so residents can pursue independent living, social activities, and supportive services in a safe, staff-driven setting. The company differentiates itself as the only senior living provider described to deliver a boutique hospitality experience and emphasizes family ownership, safety, trust, transparency, and high-level service. Its goal is to foster thriving communities and give residents peace of mind by supporting independence, meaningful relationships, and a vibrant lifestyle with integrity and compassion.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Carlsbad, CA
Founded: 1990

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