Certified Medication Aide II

SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the onsite nurse, provides direct care, medication administration and assistance with activities of daily living. Provides effective, timely and quality medication pass assistance and related support for nursing facility residents.

Nursing:

Responsible for creating a nurturing home for Elders and provides care and services to meet their needs within an environment of hope, dignity and love.

Works cooperatively and respectfully with Elders, coworkers, families, medical staff, visitors and volunteers to create this positive environment.

Administers and records prescribed medications per MD orders.

Maintains related medical records under direct supervision of the onsite nurse.

Administers only medications that are allowed by the MT State Board of Nursing for a Medication Aide II.Administers and records prescribed medications per physician orders.

Answers residents call lights promptly and ensures that residents who are unable to call for help are checked on regularly, and determines how to assist them.

Measures and records resident’s vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Observes residents, reports changes in resident conditions to nurse in charge such as medication reaction.

Supports the philosophy of the Eden Alternative.

Performs essential job functions as a C.N.A. when scheduled, needed, or short staffed

Direct Care:

Aids CNA's/Elder Sharaths in resident care (i.e.. Grooming, bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.)Assists residents with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, and lifts, etc.

Assists residents to walk with or without self-help devices as instructed.

Assists with the care of the dying resident, maintaining hope, dignity, and love for the resident at all times.

Communication/Reporting:

Participates in and receives the nursing report on assigned shifts.

Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information according to the St. John’s Policy on Confidentiality and Resident Rights.

Reports suspected abuse of a resident or inappropriate behavior toward a resident to the charge nurse immediately.

Safety:

Obeys safety rules of St. John’s United Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards

Attends mandatory safety in-services

Utilizes proper body mechanics when transferring residents.

Follows established policies and procedures regarding exposure to blood/body fluids

Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belts, mechanical lifts, personal protective equipment).Mission/Customer Service:

Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.

Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service
* Let the Mission be your guide
* Make eye contact and smile
* Greet & welcome each and every person
* Seek out personal contact
* Provide immediate service-listen & act
* Use appropriate body language at all times
* Be gracious to each & every person

Employee Responsibilities:

Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.

Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.

Attends all mandatory in-services

Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain current license in accord with the State of Montana.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have C.N.A. with 2 years (4160 hours) experience in a skilled nursing facility. Must maintain a Montana C.N.A. license, and be CPR certified. Must have completed a training program approved by the Board of Nursing or hold a current unencumbered certification or license in another…