Medication Assistant
HARBORCHASE OF VENICE
Position Summary: Assists with medications and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulations and the standards of HRA.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions:
- Checks each of the six (6) rights of medication administration three (3) different times: (1) When the medication is taken out of the med cart or cabinet; (2) Immediately before assisting with the medication; (3) Immediately after assisting with the medication.
- Assists with medications to residents according to their Medication Observation Record (MOR)
- Documents clearly and accurately on the MOR after a medication is taken or given, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, returned, in accordance with policy
- Maintains a neat, clean, organized med cart/cabinet and restocks as needed
- Provides residents with any treatments required as part of their individual service plan
- Promotes and protects the rights to safe, prompt, and confidential treatment
- Answers and responds immediately to resident calls
- Respects the resident's right to refuse medication and/or treatment
- Explains to the resident what medication is being given and why, prior to assisting with or administering the medication
- Observes the resident for any adverse reaction to the medication and reports to the DRC and/or supervisor immediately
- Reports any and all medication errors honestly and immediately
- Seeks assistance and advice from supervisor immediately if there are any doubts or questions when assisting with or administering medications or treatments
- Responds to on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy
- Notifies supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the resident's family member(s)
- Adheres to universal precautions and all other infection control guidelines
- Disposes infectious and/or potentially infectious waste according to OSHA regulations
- Demonstrates respectful behavior in all interactions with residents, families, staff and other visitors to the community
- Performs specific work duties as assigned by supervisor
- Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures
- Meets or exceeds health standards for appearance, sanitation and hygiene
- The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
- The ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residents
- Must disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently.
- Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
- Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
- Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able
- Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
- Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
- Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent
- All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents
- High school diploma or equivalent with state specific training required for the position
- Must obtain valid Continuing Education credits as required by the state (if applicable)
- Minimum of one (1) year experience
- Experience in a long-care community and/or geriatric nursing preferred
- Experience in emergency care and first-aid preferred
- Good working knowledge of Medication Observation Record (MOR)
- Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
- Clerical and typing skills including typing, data entry, filing, etc. required
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology preferred
- Able to make independent decisions
- Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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