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Desert Marigold Assisted living and memory care

MedTech / Caregiver / Part-time / PRN / Weekends

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A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).

$34,872 / year median in Arizona

+24% projected growth

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Job Description

MedTech / Caregiver / Part-time / PRN / Weekends Desert Marigold Assisted living and memory care Tempe, AZ Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $17 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CPR Certification Resident's rights English Caregiver Certification Nursing Full Job Description We are hoping to Add one or two Certified Caregivers to our Team! Our community has a 44 bed Assisted Living community we are currently hiring for Pay starts at $17.00 and up, depends on experience so "come show us what you got" and we will be happy to discuss pay We are currently hiring for: Part time (First Shift) 6a-2p Saturday and Sunday Part time (2nd shift) 2p-10p Sunday, Monday, Wednesday Part-time (NOC) 10p-6a Sunday PRN but must work at least one shift a week, or commit to 2 shifts a month SUMMARY Administers prescribed medications to residents and maintains related medical records under supervision of Director of Nursing by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Administers prescribed medications and treatments as defined by state regulations in accordance with company policy and procedure. Verifies identity of resident receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on resident's chart. Presents medication to resident and observes ingestion or other application, or administers medication. Takes vital signs or observes resident to detect response to specified types of medications and prepares report or notifies designated personnel of unexpected reactions. Reports to charge nurse and documents reasons prescribed drugs are not administered. Receives supply of ordered medications for administration to resident. Records and restocks medication inventories. Counts narcotics at the beginning and end of shift and records on appropriate forms. Notifies Director of Nurses immediately of any discrepancies. Gives and/or assist in direct resident care such as bathing, dressing, and feeding residents, and assisting in examinations and treatments as applicable. Assist Nurse Aides during meal times with tray passing, picking up trays and feeding as applicable. Responds to call lights in a timely manner. Monitors for effectiveness of PRN medications and reports and documents outcomes to Wellness Director. Provide assistance to Wellness Director with the cleanliness of the nursing station, medication room and supply room. Reports to Wellness Director/Administrator incidents/accidents, and alleged abuse incidences. Understands and adheres to the guidelines of "Residents Rights". Attends periodic in-services and staff meetings.
QUALIFICATONS
Team Player Willing to learn Flexible Schedule Patient Care Ability to communicate with residents and nursing staff respectfully Ability to read and write English. Wear scrubs EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Preferred one (1) year of previous health care experience.
Pay:
From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Caregiver Certification (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Tempe, AZ 85283 (Required)
Work Location:
In person