Medication Nurse

About the role

Ivy Park at Playa Vista is a premier senior living community managed by Oakmont Management Group. We provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. The community offers a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist in the administration of medications to residents as ordered by the attending physician.
• Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordance with the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act, including administering medications and performing treatments as ordered by a physician.
• Administer injections, suppositories, enemas, and medications associated with wound care in addition to medications usually assigned to a Medication Technician.
• 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.
• Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician’s orders, and dosage changes.
• Keep medicine rooms and carts orderly, clean, and appropriately stocked.
• Maintain an inventory of all department supplies and re-order as needed.
• Control medication room/cart access at all times.
• Monitor Psychotropic medication use is congruent with physician’s orders and ensures resident behaviors warrant the use of medication.
• Participate in and complete narcotic count at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Report any and all discrepancies to the supervisor immediately.
• 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 as used by the company, pharmacists, and physicians.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing.
• Prioritize 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.

Qualifications

• Pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.
• Eligible team members may enjoy the following 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, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Emergency Financial Assistance.

Skills

• Understanding of and ability to administer medications.
• Ability to work with seniors and cognitively impaired individuals.
• Flexibility and adaptability in changing situations.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

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.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Emergency Financial Assistance.

Pay

Pay Range: $20-$30

Schedule

Shifts, Time, and Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, 7am-3:30pm