Med Tech

Certified Medication Technician

Job Title: Certified Medication Technician
Job Location: ,
Company Name: Cumberland Nursing and Rehab
Serving with Pride.

As the nation's largest providers of post-acute care, Cumberland Nursing and Rehab is committed to delivering exceptional care to our residents. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized care to each resident, and we are seeking a talented and compassionate Certified Medication Technician to join our team.

Job Purpose/Belief Statement:

As a Certified Medication Technician, you will provide routine medication administration and personal care for our residents, ensuring the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. You will work effectively with our team to deliver quality care, manage resources, and support your colleagues.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up and administer medication in accordance with physician's orders and state/federal regulations
• Display knowledge of side effects, interactions, and nursing implications of common medications
• Account for controlled drugs each shift and report any discrepancies immediately
• Charting - routine medications, medication omissions, documentation of PRN medication given with follow up, and any other pertinent observations
• Maintain inventory of medications
• Rounds with nurse and physician
• Prepare monthly medication records
• Provide personal care and treatment functions for residents
• Perform basic nursing care functions as required
• Create a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for residents and ensure that their needs are met
• Maintain resident documentation records for activities of daily living, restorative programs, and resident-specific forms
• Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain certification and enhance the quality of care
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned

Qualifications, Knowledge/Skills & Abilities:

• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent
• An understanding of medication administration procedures and successful completion of a state-approved training course
• An understanding of resident care procedures and standards
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Prior experience in a healthcare environment is desirable
• Ability to deal tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with all staff
• Must have patience, tact, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents
• Willingness and ability to seek new methods and principles and be willingness to incorporate them into existing nursing practices
• Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition

Benefits:

As an employee, you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full-time employees a menu of benefit options, including life and disability plans, medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer shift differentials, 401(k), and Flexible Spending Accounts.

About Us:

At Cumberland Nursing and Rehab, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our residents. If you share our passion for delivering high-quality care and are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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