Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician (MedTech) provides personal care and support to residents while safely administering medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory requirements. This role assists with daily living activities, maintains accurate documentation, and promotes resident dignity, safety, and well-being within a supportive care environment.

Essential Functions

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders, accurately documenting all care provided on medical administration records.
• Provide or assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility, and personal hygiene.
• Maintain security, safety, and cleanliness of medication carts and medication storage areas, reporting discrepancies promptly to the supervisor.
• Take and record vital signs, observe residents’ conditions, and report changes in health or behavior to the Director of Nursing or nursing staff.
• Assist with resident meals, ensuring proper feeding support and safe dining experiences.
• Support resident participation in recreational, social, and therapeutic activities.
• Follow infection control, safety, and universal precaution protocols to ensure resident and staff safety.
• Uphold resident rights, confidentiality, and professional standards of care.
• Use safe body mechanics and proper equipment when lifting, transferring, or assisting residents.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in resident records and daily logs.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Participate in care planning, staff meetings, and required training sessions.
• Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and equipment cleaning as needed to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including HIPAA and the Code of Conduct, completing required training and reporting concerns promptly.
• This position is designated as essential to the operations of the organization. Team members in this role may be required to report into work (on-site at the community) during emergencies, inclement weather, or other situations when the organization remains operational.

Physical Demands

• Always required to stand, walk, and assist patients.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently required to bend, reach, push, and pull.
• Occasionally required to lift or assist in lifting individuals over 100 pounds with team or equipment assistance.
• Occasionally required to kneel or crouch.
• Visual acuity to observe patient condition and read charts.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with ADA eligible disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Frequently works indoors in resident-living area.
• Frequently exposed to bodily fluids and communicable diseases; PPE provided.
• Frequently works near residents experiencing physical or emotional distress.
• Occasionally exposed to strong odors, cleaning chemicals, and medical waste.
• Occasionally works in noisy environments due to equipment and alarms.
• Occasionally outdoors with residents to help escort to appointments or around campus.

Requirements:

Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completed 24-hour Medication Aide training program approved by the NC Board of Nursing. 
• Active on the Medication Aide Registry operated by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience working in long-term care or assisted living, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic personal care practices, including hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration practices, including documentation, storage, and reporting requirements.
• Skill in measuring and recording vital signs, recognizing changes in resident condition, and reporting promptly.
• Understanding of infection control, safety, and universal precaution practices.
• Clear communication skills for interacting with residents, families, nursing staff, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional ethics, resident rights, and professional boundaries.
• Competence in safe body mechanics and use of assistive equipment for lifting and transfers.
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and accuracy in completing documentation and assigned tasks.
• Compassion, patience, and attentiveness in providing resident-centered care.