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Brentwood Nursing Home

Med Tech / CMT Brentwood by the Bay Assisted Living

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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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).

$42,308 / year median in Rhode Island

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Brentwood by the Bay Assited Living is seeking a part time/ per diem Med Tech/ CMT. The primary role of the Med Tech is to administer medications and provide direct care to residents. The Med Tech Certified reports to the Supervisor in charge and the nursing team leader.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Pass medications according to physician orders and in accordance with facility policy. Administer accurately and timely. Record medications administered in the resident's record. Notify pharmacy (or family when applicable) when medications need to be refilled. Maintain a clean and organized medication cart and medication room. Monitor and report any/all side effects of medications to the Supervisor. Obtain/provide shift report. Record sufficient information related to medication administration to implement accurate changes to medication orders. Follow comprehensive care plans related to medication administration based on each resident's needs and his/her comprehensive assessment as assigned. Participate in in-service education programs as assigned. Follow facility Residents' Rights policies and procedures at all times. Promptly report changes in resident condition to the Director of Wellness. Observe all facility safety policies and procedures. Follow written and oral directions. Report for work in a clean, neat uniform and consistently present an appropriate professional appearance. Report for work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality. Assume accountability for data contained in the employee handbook. Perform all duties assigned in an effective, cooperative, timely and professional manner. Follow infection control procedures. Be responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision. Observe all facility policies and procedures. Report all accidents/incidents to Director of Wellness. Report such occurrences on the shift in which they occur. Consistently work cooperatively with residents, nursing staff, physicians, families, consultant personnel, community agencies and ancillary service providers. Assist new employees in following established facility policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information. Authority is delegated to the individual in this position to: Administer/pass medications to residents following facility policies and procedures. Provide direct care to residents. Report concerns/problems to
DOW. QUALIFICATIONS
Successful completion of RI Medication Technician Program and Exam Successful completion of approved CNA or PCA program as required by state and/or federal regulations CPR certified