Registered Medication Aide

Base Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour Employee Type: Full Time Description $1,000 sign on bonus! The Med Tech is responsible for maintaining safe and secure delivery of medications and health related items to the residents within the community. The Med Tech assists in developing, coordinating, and performing tasks on the service plan according to the residents’ preferences and abilities. The Med Tech serves as a supervisor and monitors the Resident Assistants on the same shift. The Med Tech acts as the designated person in charge in the absence of the Administrator and other Department Heads when they are the Senior Med Tech on duty in the community. Some states require Medication Technicians (Med Techs) to hold a CNA or related certification. In these states, Med Techs must maintain current credentials, remain in good standing, and comply with all applicable state licensing and regulatory requirements. Additional or expanded duties may be assigned based on credential status. Job Qualifications Must meet requirements imposed by the licensing authorities. Must have ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be of good character; considerate; tolerant of aged and disabled persons. Must be clean and well groomed. Must have an acceptable criminal record check. Documented TB screening. Must have or complete CPR/ 1st Aide within first 60 days of employment. Must be able to perform resident care with awareness of dignity and individuality, with understanding and concern. Must maintain an acceptable attendance record and follow work schedule. Requires minimal supervision. Self-starter. Organizes and utilizes time appropriately. Must be mature in behavior, attitude, speech, and action. Must be pleasant in demeanor and tone of voice. Must perform unpleasant tasks with grace; work cooperatively with supervisors and display willingness to assist co-workers. Must abide by established policies and procedures of the community. Looks for ways to improve community function. Must keep work areas neat and clean. Has the ability to spend long periods of time on their feet and to ambulate quickly. Must be free of non-treated communicable diseases. Must be accurate, dependable, neat, and thorough in assigned tasks. Ability and willingness to learn quickly. Ability to utilize and apply basic management skills. Must be willing to work with the elderly population. Must be capable of performing the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must pass required background checks and meet all regulatory health and training requirements. Because staffing levels in senior living are census- and care-needs driven, work hours and schedules are not guaranteed and may be modified, increased, or reduced at any time based on operational and business needs. Because staffing levels in senior living are census- and care-needs driven, work hours and schedules are not guaranteed and may be modified, increased, or reduced at any time based on operational and business needs. Some states and facilities require CNA credentials to maintain this job role and for the Benefits Paid-Time Off with rollover; Paid Personal Days Paid Holidays Bonus Pay Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance; Variety of Supplemental Insurances Available Free Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistant Programs *Some benefits may only be eligible to full-time team members. Key Responsibilities Adheres to and conveys the philosophy of Assisted Living Has awareness and practices in accordance with the regulations of the state. Receives report from the previous shift Reads the communication log and shower schedule for information and changes at the beginning of each shift. Documents in the communication log and Progress notes, as appropriate throughout the day. Assist residents with ADL, environmental orientation, vital signs, first aid and wound care. Communicate with outside health care professionals. Practices good infection control and universal precautions. Review new orders and MARS daily. Uses EMAR system as appropriate. Orders, stores and assists with medication according to current physician orders and community policies. Performs medication pass as needed, in a timely and correct manner. Assist with resident care as needed. Assist with resident meals as needed. Assist with residents moving in or out. Monthly weights as assigned. Responsible for changing 02 tubbing every 2 weeks, changing filters as assigned. Observes and communicates any changes in resident physical or mental condition. Completes and reviews incident reports as needed. Reviews and is responsible for cleanliness and organization of Nurses Station. Assists with training of new team members. Supervises and monitors Resident Assistants. Review service plans, complete level of care change forms when necessary. Maintain service plans, may participate in Service Plan reviews. Maintain current resident record for each resident including but not limited to, obtaining current physician orders, clarifying orders, and alert charting. Avoids loss, breakage and waste of supplies and equipment. Maintains a neat and orderly nurses’ station and medication cart. Responsible for making sure that medication cart is properly organized and stocked for next shift. Must always wear name tag. Has a working walkie on them during their shift. Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, team members and visitors, including housekeeping duties as assigned. Assures residents at risk of wandering are safe and secure with a wander bracelet. Responsible for answering and responding to call lights, door alarms as needed. Knows and follows Emergency Procedures, Elopement and all other procedures. Performs all other duties assigned by RCC or Administrator. Must attend and/or complete all assigned training to meet DSS regulations. Responsible for keeping resident information confidential; respecting resident rights; respecting privacy. Must fulfill all duties assigned, to include Life Enrichment and other department support as needed. Demonstrate company core values at all times. Depending on experience and performance. Depending on experience and performance standing – may be assigned job lead duties and act as support for peers as needed and may rotate duties with other leads. Essential Physical & Cognitive Abilities Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, bend, lift, grasp, push, and pull at a high volume and frequency for long periods of time. Can tolerate bright lights, loud noises, odors, changes in temperature settings -to include cold or hot climates, exposure to infectious/communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, and other disease related environments. Efficiently and effectively manage unpredictable schedules, distractions, changes of pace or priorities, on a regular basis. Fine hand coordination and ability to distinguish smells, tastes, and temperatures. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Ability to remain calm under stress and follow training protocols. Capable of performing heavy and or unstable lifting of 50lbs or greater when necessary. Must be accurate, dependable, and thorough in all assigned tasks. #J-18808-Ljbffr