Certified Medication Aide

National Church Residences • Lake Wales, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

According to the prescribed policies and procedures of the organization, including all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and under the general supervision of the Charge Nurse/Unit Manager, the purpose of this position is to administer approved medications as prescribed by the resident’s physician and document the administration and effectiveness of the medications. The Certified Medication Aide is expected to demonstrate and maintain a positive, professional manner, manage time efficiently and effectively, provide leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, and collaborate and participate in policy creation and appropriate problem-solving methods. Adherence to all policies, procedures, terms, and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences’ Employee Information Guide (EIG), the Code of Conduct, and any facility handbook is required. This includes corporate compliance, drug-free workplace, safe work practices, and all federal, state, local regulations and laws. Ensuring all care is provided with respect and dignity for the residents/clients, their families, and staff is paramount. All complaints made by residents/clients and/or families must be reported to the appropriate supervisors, as well as all allegations of abuse, misappropriation of funds/resident property, and any other corporate compliance, drug-free workplace, safe work practices, or regulatory violations. Completion of all annual education requirements, including Compliance, Privacy, Security, and HIPAA training, is mandatory, along with exhibiting behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of duties. Other duties as assigned will also be part of the role.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Certified Medication Aide course.
• One year as Residential Care Aide or certified aide.
• Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and World Wide Web.
• Certificate as a Certified Medication Aide.
• Normal vision consistent with standard workflow.

Responsibilities

• Per the delegation of the nurse, utilizes the Six Rights of Medication Administration and accurately records the administration of medications for residents as prescribed by the physician. Notifies the nurse immediately if a medication error occurs.
• Observes and reports to the nurse, symptoms and conditions of residents that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions or medication side effects.
• Determines and records effectiveness of medications in a timely and accurate manner as required by state and federal regulations.
• Stores medications in a safe and accurate manner in accordance with established facilities policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Monitors medications to ensure adequate accountability measures are taken when medications are ordered, received into the facility, administered and at change of shift as required by facility policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Obtain, records and reports vital signs as indicated during the administration of medications.

Benefits

• National Church Residences serves more than 46,000 seniors through our array of housing and health care services.
• Our organization is driven by a vision to advance better living for 100,000 seniors by 2030, wherever they call home.
• With more than 360 communities across the U.S., we are the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of affordable senior housing and the largest manager of service coordinators.
• We also offer residential senior communities, home and community-based services, as well as permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless and disabled.
• National Church Residences believes in finding, recruiting, developing, and rewarding talent.
• We hire people with the greatest potential and then we give them the resources they need to do their best work and grow.
• Our employees care about each other and they enjoy working in an environment that encourages their performance at the highest levels.
• Your best career move starts with National Church Residences.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees