Certified Medication Aide - Assisted Living (AL)- Evening Shift

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About the role

In this role you will be responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR). You will provide personal care and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensuring delivery of care and services to all residents in the community. This includes Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs of each assigned resident.

Responsibilities

• 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 medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR. Notify pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies.
• Ensure proper storage of all medications and that all lotions, ointments, and liquids are stored separately from oral medications.
• Date all appropriate vials or bottles at the time of initial opening and follow pharmacy protocol on the length of time they can be used.
• Conduct weekly inspections of all medications to ensure expired medications are removed.
• Verify all current MARs are compared to new MARs at changeover time and notify the supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Remove all discontinued medication from the med cart and give it to the supervisor.
• Provide personal care to residents, including but not limited to bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
• Provide general nursing care, including but not limited to vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
• Document appropriate information in the daily log as required and notify the supervisor of all concerns.
• Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned.
• Daily cleaning of all medicine carts at the end of shift and restocking as needed. Weekly deep cleaning of all med carts.
• Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
• Maintain accurate records, including preparation of all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring the medical record is complete within forty-eight (48) hours as per Policy and Procedure (P&P) and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ months of experience (Senior Living preferred).
• Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations.
• Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond to emergency situations.
• Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Superior time management skills.
• Strong team player with a passion for helping seniors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.
• Access to DailyPay, an application that allows you to access earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.

Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.