Certified Med Tech ~ Henderson

MorningStar Careers•Henderson, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Morningstar Senior Living is seeking a Certified Med Tech for its senior living community in Henderson. The role administers, pours, passes, and documents routinely prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, medication administration regulations, and direction from the Wellness Director. The Med Tech also supports residents’ daily care and well-being, respecting their privacy and dignity while providing safe, compassionate assistance. This is a full-time NOC shift position scheduled Thursday through Sunday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The listed pay range is $18.00–$19.00 per hour. Candidates must be certified as a Med Tech in Nevada.

Requirements

Must be a Certified Med Tech in the state of Nevada.
Successful completion of state-approved Medication Administration training.
First Aid certification as required by assisted living facility regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have experience working in Assisted Living or Memory Care and a good work record.
Must have experience administering medication in an assisted living setting.
Must be able to read and write English, interpret workplace documents, communicate effectively in English, and follow written and oral directions.
Must exercise sound judgment, recognize symptoms indicating a change in a resident’s condition, work with licensed nurses, and stay within delegated-task limitations.
Must understand medication administration procedures and the basis of universal precautions to prevent infection or contamination.
Must attend monthly in-service education and training and complete continuing education as required by law.
Must demonstrate the company’s core values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, and Respect.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare experience.
At least three years of senior living experience.
A passion for working with seniors.
Previous experience in an Assisted Living community.

Responsibilities

Administer and document regularly prescribed medications according to the Medication Administration record, physician orders, and the five rights of medication administration.
Order medications from the pharmacy as directed and sufficiently in advance of supplies running out; confirm delivery and notify the Wellness Director within 24 hours if medications do not arrive.
Document medications in the resident’s medical record immediately after administration and date and initial the medication bubble pack after removing medication.
Observe residents for medication reactions and side effects and report them to a licensed nurse.
Take and record vital signs before administering medications that may affect vital signs, as ordered by the physician or Wellness Director.
Administer PRN medications according to physician orders.
Report medication errors to the Wellness Director immediately.
Assist with developing and reviewing residents’ care plans alongside other disciplines.
Protect residents’ privacy, respect, and dignity.
Detect, correct, and report unsafe conditions that could harm residents.
Support residents’ physical comfort, safety, and mental well-being.
Assist residents with daily care tasks, including toileting, grooming, bathing, feeding, dressing, observing food intake, hair and nail care, moving between areas, and responding to calls.