Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)

Senior Lifestyle•Holland, MI

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for safely administering prescribed medications and treatments according to the Medication Administration Record (MAR), Treatment Administration Record (TAR), applicable regulations, and company guidelines. Under the direction of the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness, the aide supervises self-administered medication in the Memory Care Department and helps ensure residents receive care and services consistent with their individual service plans, including activities of daily living, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, and dining services. The role also provides personal and general nursing care as needed, maintains accurate medication and resident records, responds to resident needs, reports concerns and discrepancies to a supervisor, and participates in staff training and in-services. Employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt based on medical, religious, or personal beliefs; government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least one month of experience.
Current Medication Technician certification, depending on state regulations.
English proficiency sufficient to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and coworkers, and respond to and communicate about emergencies.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Strong teamwork and a passion for helping seniors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication in the Memory Care Department in compliance with federal and state regulations and company guidelines, as directed by the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and sign for narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and promptly report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order medications and treatments from the appropriate pharmacy, or notify the responsible party when supplies are down to seven days; notify a supervisor if supplies are below two days and medication has not arrived.
Receive and verify medications against pharmacy labels and the MAR, and notify the pharmacy and Director of Health & Wellness of discrepancies.
Store medications properly, keeping lotions, ointments, and liquids separate from oral medications.
Date medication vials and bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their period of use.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current and new MARs at changeover and report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Remove discontinued medication from the medication cart and give it to the supervisor.
Provide personal care, including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, incontinence care, and assistance with eating.
Provide general nursing care, including taking vital signs, temperatures, blood pressure, and weights.
Document required information in the daily log and notify a supervisor of concerns.
Answer calls and assist residents with assigned needs.
Clean medication carts daily at the end of the shift and restock them as needed; deep-clean carts weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and ensure medical records are complete within 48 hours according to policy and regulatory guidelines.
Help ensure assigned residents receive services consistent with their individual service plans, including ADLs, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, and dining services.