Medication Nurse

Position Medication Nurse, LVN / LPN (Part time) Pay Range: $29.00 to $32.00 Company Overview Ivy Park at La Palma is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five‑star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays Complimentary Meals Company Paid Life Insurance Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart) 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Recognition Programs Student Loan Refinancing Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Emergency Financial Assistance Responsibilities Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordance with the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act, including administering medications and performing treatments as ordered by a physician. Perform nursing duties associated with the Wellness Nurse role as assigned. Coordinate medication services with the resident, pharmacy, and physician. Order and track all medication changes, refills, and deliveries with pharmacies. Prepare medication for distribution to residents as per company policy. Assist residents with taking their prescribed medications. Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal, and notify the supervisor. Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records according to company policy. Keep medicine rooms and carts orderly, clean, and appropriately stocked. Maintain an inventory of all department supplies and re‑order as needed. Control medication room/cart access at all times. Monitor psychotropic medication use to ensure congruence with physician’s orders and resident behavior warranting medication. Participate in and complete narcotic count at the beginning and end of each shift. Report any and all discrepancies to the supervisor immediately. Communicate with physicians, family members, and vendors, as needed. Understand the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to medication administration. Qualifications Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse holding a valid California nursing license in good standing. Prefer one (1) year of experience assisting with medications at a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Knowledge of and/or ability to learn the theory and practice of assisted living and dementia care. Able to work with seniors and patiently interact with cognitively impaired individuals. Able to be flexible, adapt and respond to change, make decisions in stressful situations, and prioritize tasks and projects. Able to process information and apply common sense to follow and carry out written or oral instructions. Able to analyze, solve and respond to problems or concerns. Able to count and perform moderately complex math problems. Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB tests. For health and safety, Oakmont Management Group may require vaccination, daily screening, surveillance testing, and the wearing of face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr