Registered Medication Aide (RMA) / CNA

Lakewood Retirement Community-LifeSpireRichmond, VirginiaOn-sitePart-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 4 hours ago

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About this role

Make a Difference in Senior Care While Maintaining Work-Life Balance

Are you a Registered Medication Aide with an active CNA certification looking for competitive pay, eight-hour shifts, and a supportive work environment?

Lakewood Senior Living is seeking compassionate, dependable, and qualified RMA/CNAs to join our assisted living and memory care team in the Henrico and West End Richmond area.

We believe great caregivers deserve a workplace where their skills are valued, their contributions are recognized, and their professional growth is encouraged.

If you are passionate about helping seniors and want to work with a team that values quality care, we encourage you to apply.

Why Work at Lakewood Senior Living?

- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications

- Eight-hour shifts only to support work-life balance

- Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities

- Opportunities to work in assisted living and memory care

- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

- Free meals during your shift

- Employee appreciation events

- Onsite fitness center

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

- Early access to earned wages before payday

- Generous paid time off

- Tuition assistance and educational reimbursement

- Retirement plan with a 4.5 percent dollar-for-dollar match

- Health Savings Account contributions and matching opportunities

- Mentoring, career development, and advancement opportunities

Position Overview

As a Registered Medication Aide and Certified Nursing Assistant, you will help residents maintain their dignity, comfort, safety, and quality of life. You will provide medication administration and hands-on personal care while supporting residents in our assisted living and memory care communities.

Key Responsibilities

- Administer medications in accordance with Virginia Board of Nursing regulations and facility policies.

- Accurately document medication administration in the Medication Administration Record.

- Monitor and record vital signs, weights, and blood glucose levels as ordered.

- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, and toileting.

- Support residents with mobility, ambulation, and transfers using approved equipment and proper safety techniques.

- Provide compassionate care to residents living with dementia, memory loss, and other age-related conditions.

- Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to appropriate team members.

- Maintain resident dignity, privacy, safety, and independence.

- Collaborate with fellow caregivers and healthcare professionals to provide consistent, quality care.

- Follow established procedures for safe medication administration and resident care.

Required Qualifications

- Current Registered Medication Aide registration in good standing with the Virginia Board of Nursing.

- Active Certified Nurse Aide certification in good standing with the Virginia Board of Nursing.

- High school diploma or GED.

- Must be at least 18 years of age.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Compassion, patience, dependability, and a genuine interest in caring for seniors.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

- Knowledge of medication administration and basic resident care procedures.

- Ability to assist residents with personal care, mobility, and transfers.

- Previous assisted living or memory care experience preferred.

Join a Team That Values Your Work

At Lakewood Senior Living, the care you provide matters. We strive to create a welcoming environment where residents receive compassionate care and team members feel appreciated and supported.

If you are an RMA with an active CNA certification and are looking for competitive compensation, eight-hour shifts, and an opportunity to make a difference in assisted living and memory care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your senior care career with Lakewood Senior Living.

Lakewood Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

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