Medication Technician

Summary: Administer medication as ordered by the physician to all residents on the medication program. Qualifications Minimum of one-year experience in home health, assisted living or long-term care Possess the ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Medication Administration Certification preferred May require lifting or bending. Must be able to lift 25-35 pounds Reports to: The Wellness Nurse and or LPN in the absence of the Wellness nurse. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct daily cross over meetings at the beginning and end of each shift. Perform the medication narcotic count at beginning and end of shift Provide medication assistance with the approval of the resident and his/her representative. Follows the Medication Administration Policy and Procedure and administers the medication to each resident. Record receipt of medications brought into the facility and medications sent out with residents and their families. Ensure that all residents receive their medications as ordered and that they have a sufficient supply of medication on hand so that residents never run out and Report any refusals and/or reactions of medications to the Director of Patient Services Ensures that the medications are current and available in the med cart Assists with ordering. Documents the administration of the medication when given, Answer calls from residents promptly and courteously. Be available during your shift to accept incoming calls and problems unless specific tasks require you to be in another part of the building. Report and record all unusual reactions or changes in a resident ‘s condition to other staff through the Daily Log. Assist with providing a safe environment and report immediately any unsafe condition to the Director of Patient Services. Participate in general overall upkeep of total area to assure a safe environment for staff as well as residents. Clean and store equipment in the proper area, especially a daily cleaning of med cart by night staff. Complete assigned tasks before leaving premises. Report to incoming shift/med person before leaving your shift. Perform Narcotics Count with someone from the oncoming shift. Sign off before leaving shift. Adhere to the Resident’s Bill of Rights. Perform any and all such duties related to the effective and efficient operation as may be assigned. Documents the attendance of all the residents to each meal and monitors the nutritional needs of each resident. Is aware of the whereabouts of each resident at all times Is aware of the activities on the activity calendar for the day Is back up to the call button system and ensures that all call bells are being responded to in a timely manner. Benefits Free Lunch Flexible schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr