Medication Aide,Certified - Nursing Home Job Carroll area,Iowa USA,Nursing

Position: Medication Aide, Certified - Nursing Home (Full-time Days)

Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with MGM Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents’ based upon their specific chart.
Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
Responds to call signals, bells, or intercom system to identify resident needs.
Anticipates resident’s needs and makes rounds to assigned resident under the supervision of a licensed nurse or charge nurse on the shift.
Observes for and reports any reactions and/or side effects of medications to a licensed nurse on the appropriate shift.
Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Support and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
Administers PRN medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Reports and when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of residents and unusual incidents.
Responds to call signals, bells, or intercom system to identify resident needs.
Maintain resident confidentiality while preparing, administering and documenting medications.
Report all medication errors immediately upon discovery to supervisor so the family and physician can be notified.
Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.
Serves as a resident advocate.
Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.
Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.
Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.
Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.
Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.
Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.
Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.
Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.
Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.
Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs resident care responsibilities in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort consistent with MGM Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
Administers medications as ordered by a physician under the supervision of a licensed nurse, in accordance with any state and federal regulations and consistent with facility policy.
Must demonstrate knowledge of “five rights” of medication administration. Administers and records all medication given to residents’ based upon their specific chart.
Notifies appropriate licensed staff when a resident complains of pain.
May take and record vital signs of residents as assigned or as may be required by certain medications.
Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately, utilizing the computer system to enter and reference resident information as needed.
Responds to call signals, bells, or intercom system to identify resident needs.
Anticipates resident’s needs and…