AMAP Staff

The Orchards•Chester, WV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The AMAP performs their duties under the supervision and authorization of the Supervising AMAP RN. The primary responsibility of the position is the administration of medications to the assisted living residents at Pepperberry Suites. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Teamwork with the following and all other duties and responsibilities assigned. The AMAP maintains communication with the Supervising AMAP RN who is notified immediately if there is any issue of concern. Issues of concern may be but are not limited to: Any change in sign or symptoms is noticed The pharmacy label does not match the MAR Disposal of medication is needed Medications appear unusual Any deviation of the six rights of medication administration New prescriptions are brought in, written or filled Medications are discontinued A resident refuses a medication and/or the inability of the AMAP to awaken a resident resulting in a missed dose of medication There is any question about an as needed medication There is any doubt or question about any part of the medication administration process Medications that are not available at the prescribed time Ensures that medication cabinets/drawers contain only currently prescribed medications. Destroys outdated and discontinued medications with the Nursing Supervisor in accordance with all regulations. Ensures that resident’s medications are re-ordered in a timely manner and are available for scheduled and as needed administration. Must be familiar with and understand the medication delivery system used which includes: individual tablets or capsules in individual foil sealed bubbles with between 30 and 120 tablets per individual drug card for each individual drug; individual prescription bottles containing tablets, capsules, eye drops or ointments each labeled as directed by law for each individual resident for each drug; pharmacy labeled liquid containers individualized for each resident; minimal over the counter containers labeled with each individual resident’s name for each container and for each drug. Ensures that all medications are stored in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations. AMAP must keep the medication system key on their person while on duty. AMAP must complete all required documentation and records on an on-going basis. Follows all regulations and requirements pertaining to unlicensed personnel for appropriate preparation and administration of medication. Other Responsibilities: Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all residents, families and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Initiates immediate intervention in abusive situations to protect the resident and report allegations according to policy. Notifies Director of Nursing when there are changes in condition and emergencies.

Requirements

Authorization to administer medications may only be granted and continued if the AMAP if the incumbent: successfully completed the facility Medication Administration Program approved by the Department of Health and Human Resources through the authorizing agency of OHFLAC; passed the State approved competency test; participate in retraining every two years; be monitored and supervised by a Registered Professional Nurse; administer medications only in the facility where training and evaluation occurred; and be able to read, write and comprehend English.
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Complete annual state mandated training requirements (Regular In-services as well as any external training).
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret nursing periodicals, scientific journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to interpret reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of managers, residents, family members, physicians, therapists, employees, outside business contacts, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply these concepts in situations such as, but not limited to: measuring medications, taking temperatures and blood pressure, measuring wounds, using medical equipment, assessing changes in a resident's blood sugar level, ordering supplies, and measuring dietary intake and urine output. Ability to compute volume, rate, ratio, and percentage in the same situations.
Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions when assessing resident needs and conditions, prioritizing own work and that of subordinates, communicating with family members, and investigating situations that arise from residents, family members, supervisors, and employees. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of written or verbal technical instructions from supervisors. Ability to interpret non-verbal gestures, body movements, and facial expressions as cues to determine residents' needs.
May need to use the computer to chart daily resident attendance at programs, update care plans, insert new assessment information, record use of PRN medications, and note physical or behavior changes. Uses e-mail to communicate with others internally and externally. Individual should also have knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software for creating reports and correspondence.
Certified AMAP, Requires renewal bi-annually, CPR certification and First Aid certification. Each requires periodic renewal through re-certification or continuing education.
Tuberculosis screening is required annually.

Nice To Haves

Nursing skills specific to geriatric residents are needed. May need additional skills with special-need geriatric residents such as those with dementia, Alzheimer's or those requiring advanced health care. Ability to use lift equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintains communication with the Supervising AMAP RN who is notified immediately if there is any issue of concern.
Ensures that medication cabinets/drawers contain only currently prescribed medications. Destroys outdated and discontinued medications with the Nursing Supervisor in accordance with all regulations.
Ensures that resident’s medications are re-ordered in a timely manner and are available for scheduled and as needed administration.
Must be familiar with and understand the medication delivery system used.
Ensures that all medications are stored in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations.
AMAP must keep the medication system key on their person while on duty.
AMAP must complete all required documentation and records on an on-going basis.
Follows all regulations and requirements pertaining to unlicensed personnel for appropriate preparation and administration of medication.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all residents, families and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Initiates immediate intervention in abusive situations to protect the resident and report allegations according to policy.
Notifies Director of Nursing when there are changes in condition and emergencies.