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Senior Lifestyle•Holland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the safe administration of all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR). The Certified Medication Aide will also provide personal care and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensuring the delivery of care and services to all residents in the community. This includes Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and meeting the individual service plan needs of each assigned resident. The position involves the supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1+ months of experience.
Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate in emergency situations.
Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Superior time management skills.
Strong team player.
Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs.

Nice To Haves

Senior Living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer all prescribed medications and treatments as listed on the MAR and TAR.
Provide personal care to residents, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
Provide general nursing care, including taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document appropriate information in the daily log and notify supervisor of all concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned.
Supervise self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department.
Count and sign for all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys.
Order necessary medications and treatments from the pharmacy or notify the responsible party when supplies are low.
Receive and verify all medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR.
Properly store all medications, ensuring lotions, ointments, and liquids are stored separately from oral medications.
Date all appropriate vials or bottles at the time of initial opening and follow pharmacy protocol for usage duration.
Perform weekly inspections of all medications to remove expired medications.
Verify current MARs against new MARs at change over time and notify supervisor of any discrepancies.
Remove all discontinued medication from the med cart and give it to the supervisor.
Perform daily cleaning of all medicine carts at the end of the shift and restock as needed.
Perform weekly deep cleaning of all med carts.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, including preparation of medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, ensuring medical records are complete within forty-eight (48) hours.