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Big Sky Senior Living on Waterford Way
Med Aide- *Training Available*
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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).
$37,518 / year median in Montana
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Practices in accordance with the regulations of the state. Receives report from the previous shift and Med Aide. Maintains physicians orders in accordance with policy. Communicates appropriately with all care partners and utilizes appropriate communication tools. Completes appropriate documentation each shift. Demonstrates knowledge of infection control and universal precautions. Reports deficiencies observed in resident apartments clothing/linen and community to administrator. Completes Incident Report form as needed for any unusual occurrence. Observes and communicates any changes in resident physical or mental status as directed. Is thoroughly familiar with fire, missing persons and other emergency procedures. Avoids loss, breakage, and waste of supplies and equipment. Maintains a neat and orderly Medication Room. Maintains resident record for each resident including but not limited to, obtaining current physician orders, clarifying orders, and alert and monthly charting.