Medication Administration Trainer

Medication Administration Trainer

Join Our Team as an Medication Administration Trainer and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families!

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Job Summary

• Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future? Look no further! At Northern Children's Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision.
• We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation.
• We work to "walk the talk" when it comes to our organizational values:
  Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

Why Choose Us? As a Medication Administration Trainer, you'll embark on a fulfilling journey.

• Leadership Opportunity
• Supportive Environment
• Empowerment and Progress
• Effective Communication
• Empowerment Through Planning
• Continuous Monitoring and Progress
• Documentation Excellence
• Networking and Collaboration

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD:
  We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
• A partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:
  We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
• Paid Leave:
  Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and Well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
• Legal Services:
  Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

Qualifications You Bring

• Expertise
• Physical Capabilities
• Trauma-Informed Approach

At Northern Children's Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Summary

Northern Children's Services is a non-profit organization that supports the healthy development of children, while stabilizing their families to build stronger communities. The Generations Program aids teenage mothers and their babies to ensure a smooth transition for families out of the welfare system while supporting mothers to become self-sufficient adults with thriving families. The Medication Administration Trainer in this residential facility will administer medication.

He/she will complete all duties consistent with agency standards and best practices.

Trainers (those that took the Trainer-the-Trainer course) must monitor them (the people they train) by observing them administer medications. The number depends on how much time the person has been giving medications and how much time since the person took the original course. The trainer must also review some MARs using a standard rubric. This also depends on which year post-initial training a person is in.

This constitutes the annual practicum. Trainers that administer medication and provide training must do the same thing as the students; this can be done by another trainer or by a practicum observer. Trainers are required to take a recertification class every three years.

To meet this requirement, as well as § (b), a staff member who passed the medication administration course initially must complete the annual practicum…