Certified Medications Assistant Job Monroe area,Wisconsin USA,Nursing

The primary purpose of the Certified Medication Assistant is to assist in the administering of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician, under the direction of the NCC, the RN Supervisor and the Director of Nursing Services. The administration of medications shall be in accordance with established nursing standards, the guidelines and practices of this facility.

Currently hiring for full and part-time PM and Night positions.

Not all shifts will require a CMA, so staff may need to work as a CNA in certain situations.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Follow the guidelines of the facility and the Department of Health Services governing the administering of medications to residents.

Note and report errors in the administration of medications.

Maintain a friendly, productive, working relationship with other members of the department of nursing.

Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to the Director of Nursing.

Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the various routes of medications that are commonly used in this facility. Medication routes may include oral, sublingual, nasal, optic, aural, rectal, and/or transdermal.

Follow the labeling guidelines and practices of the facility.

Ensure that all medications administered are properly labeled.

Follow facility guidelines in regard to charting of medications.

Follow facility guidelines regarding the destroying of medications.

Assist in documenting and removing medications that are discontinued by the attending physician.

Follow facility guidelines in holding medications for residents who are transferred from the facility.

Accurately measure, record, and report the vital signs of residents and document the data.

Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal.

Follow the facility procedure for recording the order in the resident’s clinical record, including the type, route, dosage, frequency and strength of each medication.

Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication treatment.

Follow the facility guidelines allowing residents to self-administer his or her medications.

Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs and biologicals.

Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, terms relative to the administration of medications.

Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to maintain your certification.

Attend annual in-service training programs as scheduled.

Use personal protective equipment when performing procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids.

Report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the nurse supervisor immediately.

Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties.

Wash hands before and after performing any service for the resident.

Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.

Report any complaints or grievances made by residents to the Director of Nursing and the Administrator immediately.

Resident Rights

Maintains the confidentiality of resident health care information.

Upholds Resident Rights

Reports allegations of resident abuse or neglect immediately to the Administrator. Safe guards the resident from harm.

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED.

Must be a licensed Certified Medication Aide having successfully completed a state approved training program and any necessary examination(s) in accordance with laws of this State.

Have a basic understanding of caring for the elderly and special needs
Have a basic understanding of Resident Rights
Have a basic understanding of Abuse Prevention and Reporting
Have a basic understanding of change of condition

Have a basic understanding of accident prevention and safety
Have a basic understanding of Fire Safety and Tornado Safety.
Have a basic understanding of dementia and approaches in caring for a person with dementia
Have a basic understanding of what to do when a resident presents in a combative, aggressive or difficult manner.
Have a basic understanding of Infection Control Practice
Have a basic understanding of skin care, nutritional care, hygiene and personal care

Pleasant View Nursing Home is a 24 hour facility which requires continuous care for…