•FULL

TIME AVAILABLE

•6AM-6:30PM-Day Shift

•12 HOUR SHIFT We are currently seeking full time Medication Aides. This position requires individuals to dispense medications and aids in supervising and training patients, as well as assisting healthcare providers with daily tasks. The ideal candidate will be detail oriented and has a strong medical background. Position Overview- Provides assistance with medication administration for residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Basic Qualifications- Education & Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of a state-approved medication administration program.

Skills & Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language, communicate resident condition to others and make independent decisions as needed; must have common working knowledge of all rules, laws and regulations as defined by the state as it relates to medication administration; must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to handle sensitive situations related to the emotional well-being of the residents with patience, dignity and respect; must be able to lift 40 lbs floor to waist; lift 10 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40 lbs.

Experience:

Minimum of six months experience in a long-term care or other geriatric care environment is preferred. Working Conditions Works specifically in the nursing department, as well as throughout the facility, including resident rooms, etc.; bends, lifts, sits, stands and moves frequently throughout the shift; deals with frequent interruptions and possibly upset residents and family members; works regularly scheduled shifts with possible weekends, holidays and other hours based on resident needs; primary responsibility is care of residents but also deals with visitors, government personnel, etc.; participates in required continuing education programs; subject to odors, falls, burns and exposure to infectious diseases, waste, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Competencies of Position Professionalism:

Reports to work on time and as scheduled; keeps open communication with direct supervisors to ensure quality care of the residents; promotes teamwork, takes part in problem solving and displays a positive, caring attitude; consistently attends staff meetings, required in-services and other committees as assigned by the facility.

Resident Rights:

Promptly reports resident grievances to the nursing supervisors; treats all resident care information with confidentiality; continuously monitors assigned areas to ensure residents are treated fairly and with dignity and respect at all times; conducts nursing care in privacy, including knocking on the door prior to entering a resident's room.

Safety Awareness:

Follows safety program guidelines; immediately reports accidents and incidents to supervisors; identifies unsafe working areas and promptly reports to supervisors; promotes safety by working as safely and efficiently as possible; monitors resident rooms to ensure it is clean and neat at all times; consistently follows infection control and universal precautions and other guidelines; identifies and corrects or reports hazardous conditions to supervisors; understands facility emergency and evacuation protocols.

Organizational Skills:

Completes assignments in an organized fashion by the end of scheduled shifts; operates with flexibility and shows attention to detail when recording information in resident charts.

Customer Service:

Treats all residents, families, co-workers and supervisors with dignity and respect and takes initiative to exceed customer expectations; professional represents the facility, self and position to visitors and residents; demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help to all visitors and residents; remains sensitive to all needs through listening, observing and responding appropriately for the position held. Essential Job Duties 1. Prepares and observes medication to residents in accordance with facility guidelines and other laws and regulations. 2. Confirms identity of residents prior to observing medications; charts drug, dosage and time of administration. 3. Identifies inaccuracies in medication or other treatments and seeks guidance of an LPN or RN. 4. When required, monitors and records vitals signs upon observation of medication. 5. Tracks, orders and reorders medications based on facility guidelines; works with pharmaceutical company to return medications in accordance with state and federal regulations. 6. Ensures that medication room and carts are neat, clean and organized at all times. 7. Ensures the security of resident medications to eliminate the risk of unauthorized access in accordance with state and federal regulations. 8. Completes required facility forms and documents to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. 9. Responds to resident call lights promptly and assists residents. Other Job Duties 1. Assists residents in daily routine of personal care as specified by facility guidelines. 2. Assists residents with everyday tasks such as making beds, dressing, grooming, etc. 3. Changes bed linens, towels and wash clothes as needed. 4. Escorts residents to the dining room, activities, events and rehabilitation gym when assistance is needed. 5. Keeps resident rooms neat and orderly. 6. Builds individual rapport with residents and families to promote communication. 7. Attends required in-service training programs. 8. Assists with removal of trash and basic cleaning of resident rooms. 9. May provide assistance to dining services in serving resident meals. 10. Participates in state or federal survey processes as needed. 11. Notifies supervisors when supplies are low or need to be replenished "Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website." https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person