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MHS/The Overlook
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What they do
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).
$44,718 / year median in Massachusetts
+20% projected growth
Job Description
DESCRIPTION PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and bed making. Demonstrate knowledge of residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability. Participate in service plan updates. Assist with meal service. Know and comply with all resident rights. Receive and give report of shift activities and concerns during shift change report by oral and/ or written log. Observe and report any changes in resident's condition (behavior or health); take action to ensure safety of the resident and reports changes to Wellness Nurse or Supervisor. Complete documentation accurately and in timely manner. Check on resident rooms daily for general cleanliness and neatness; ensure rooms are clear of fall hazards. Check common areas- including public bathrooms
- for cleanliness.
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with current/active certification- required One year Long Term Care experience
- preferred RP on cart must pass medication test with 85% or better score to obtain competency
- required Good communication and interpersonal skills with team members, residents.