Medication Nurse

About the role

INSERT COMMUNITY NAME is a premier senior living community offering exceptional quality, comfort, and care. We provide individualized comprehensive support to promote continuing independence for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist in the administration of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
• Perform nursing duties as directed, including administering medications, injections, suppositories, enemas, and medications associated with wound care.
• Coordinate medication services with the resident, pharmacy, and physician.
• Order and track all medication changes, refills, and deliveries with pharmacies.
• Prepare medication for distribution to residents as per company policy.
• Absorb and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed.
• Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal, and notify the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records according to company policy.
• Control medication room/cart access at all times.
• Maintain an inventory of all department supplies and re-order as needed.
• Monitor Psychotropic medication use and report any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Communicate with physicians, family members, and vendors, as needed.
• Understand the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing.
• Prefer one (1) year of experience assisting with medications at a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE).
• Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the theory and practice of assisted living and dementia care.
• Able to work with seniors and patiently interact with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Able to be flexible, adapt and respond to change, make decisions in stressful situations, and prioritize tasks and projects.
• Able to process information and apply common sense understanding to follow and carry out written or oral instructions.
• Able to analyze, solve and respond to problems or concerns.
• Able to count and perform moderately complex math problems.
• Pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
• Complimentary Meals
• Bonus Opportunities
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Recognition Programs
• Student Loan Refinancing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Financial Assistance