Certified Medication Aide - Assisted Living - PRN

Overview

Certified Medication Aide - Assisted Living - PRN. This role focuses on the safe administration of prescribed medications and treatments, provides personal care and general nursing care to residents, and supports daily living activities within the community in alignment with care plans and regulatory guidelines.

Company description:
Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART;
Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.

• Supervise self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director.
• Count and sign, on approved form, all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys. Contact a supervisor immediately with discrepancies.
• Order all necessary medication and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supply is no less than 7 days.
• Notify supervisor when supply is less than 2 days and medicine hasn’t been received.
• Receive and verify all medication against the pharmacy label and MAR. Notify pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies.
• Store all medications properly and ensure lotions, ointments, and liquids are stored separately from oral medications.
• Date all appropriate vials or bottles at initial opening and follow pharmacy protocol on shelf life.
• Conduct weekly inspections of all medications to remove expired items.
• Verify current MARs against new MARs at changeover and notify the supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Remove discontinued medication from med cart and give to the supervisor.
• Provide personal care to residents (e.g., bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, eating).
• Provide general nursing care (e.g., vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, weights).
• Document information in the daily log as required and notify supervisor of concerns.
• Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned.
• Clean and restock medicine carts daily; perform weekly deep cleaning of med carts.
• Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
• Maintain accurate records, including preparation of medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring medical records are complete within 48 hours per policy and regulatory guidelines.

• Level of Formal
  
  Education:
  
  A High School Diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  1+ months of experience.
• Type of
  
  Experience:
  
  Senior Living preferred.
• Special
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond to emergency situations.
• Technical
  
  Competencies:
  
  Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Skills and Ability: Excellent interpersonal and communications skills; superior time management skills.

• Personal Attributes: Strong team player with a passion for helping seniors.

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term and long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions offer Daily Pay. All employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part-time

Job function:
Health Care Provider

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care