Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)/7PM-7AM

Senior Lifestyle•Benedict, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC) 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). This role also provides personal care and general nursing care to residents as needed or assigned, ensuring the delivery of care and services including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs of each assigned resident. The position operates within the Memory Care Department, adhering to 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 to emergency situations.
Basic computer proficiency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
Superior time management skills.
Strong team player and a passion for helping seniors

Nice To Haves

Senior Living preferred
Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication for the Memory Care Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and sign on approved form, all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys. Contact a supervisor immediately with discrepancies.
Order all necessary medication and treatments from appropriate pharmacy or notify responsible party when supply is no less than 7 days.
Notify supervisor when supply is less than 2 days and medicine hasn’t been received.
Receive and verify all medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR. Notify pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies.
Properly store all medications and ensure all 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 on length of time they can be used.
Perform weekly inspections of all medications to ensure all expired medications are removed.
Verify all current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time and notify the supervisor of any discrepancies.
Remove all discontinued medication from med cart and give it to the supervisor.
Provide personal care to residents including, but not limited to, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating.
Provide general nursing care including, but not limited to, vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document appropriate information in the daily log as required and notify supervisor of all concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned.
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 all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions and ensures medical record is complete within forty-eight (48) hours as Policy and Procedure (P&P) and regulatory guidelines.