Certified Medication Aide - 2nd Shift FT/PT

Senior Lifestyle • Independence Charter Township, MI

48d

About The Position

Responsible for supervision of self-administered medication for the Assisted Living Department in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or the Assisted Living Director/Health and Wellness Director. 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. Responsible for receiving and verifying all medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR. Notifies pharmacy and DH&W of any discrepancies. Responsible for proper storage of all medications and ensuring all lotions, ointments and liquids stored separately from oral medications. Responsible for dating all appropriate vials or bottles at time of initial opening and following pharmacy protocol on length of time they can be used. Responsible for weekly inspections of all medications to ensure all expired medications are removed. Responsible for verifying all current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time and notifying the supervisor of any discrepancies. Responsible for removing all discontinued medication from med cart and giving it to the supervisor. Provide personal care to residents to include, but not limited to, bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and eating, etc. Provide general nursing care to include, 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. Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at end of shift and restocking as needed. Responsible for weekly deep cleaning of all med carts. Attend and participate in staff training and in-services. Must maintain accurate records to include 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.

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
• Current Medication Technician certification depending on state regulations
• 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

Responsibilities

• Supervision of self-administered medication
• Count and sign on approved form, all narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys
• Order all necessary medication and treatments from appropriate pharmacy
• Receiving and verifying all medicine received is accurate according to pharmacy label and MAR
• Responsible for proper storage of all medications
• Responsible for dating all appropriate vials or bottles at time of initial opening
• Responsible for weekly inspections of all medications to ensure all expired medications are removed
• Responsible for verifying all current MARs are compared to new MARs at change over time
• Responsible for removing all discontinued medication from med cart
• Provide personal care to residents
• Provide general nursing care
• Document appropriate information in the daily log
• Answer calls and assist residents with needs as assigned
• Responsible for daily cleaning of all medicine carts at end of shift and restocking as needed
• Responsible for weekly deep cleaning of all med carts
• Attend and participate in staff training and in-services
• Must maintain accurate records to include preparation of all medical charts for new admissions and readmissions

Benefits

• Daily Pay!
• Health Benefits available for both Full-Time and Part-Time team members
• Opportunities for growth, training, and career advancement
• health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off
• All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.
• Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees