Certified Medication Aide - Memory Care (MC)

Senior Lifestyle•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Certified Medication Aide is responsible for safely administering prescribed medications and treatments listed on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and Treatment Administration Record (TAR), under the direction of the LPN/LVN/RN and/or Director of Health & Wellness. The role supports Memory Care residents with personal and general nursing care, activities of daily living, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs. The aide supervises self-administered medications in accordance with applicable regulations and company guidelines. Duties include counting and signing for narcotics, monitoring medication supplies, ordering medications and treatments, verifying deliveries against pharmacy labels and MARs, maintaining proper storage and dating opened medications, inspecting medications for expiration, addressing discrepancies, and removing discontinued medications. The role also includes providing personal care and basic nursing care, documenting resident information and concerns, responding to resident calls, cleaning and restocking medication carts, attending training, and maintaining complete and accurate medical records, including records for new admissions and readmissions.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise self-administered medication for the Memory Care Department in compliance with regulations and company guidelines, as directed by a licensed nurse and/or the Director of Health & Wellness.
Count and sign for narcotics with approved personnel before accepting medication keys, and immediately report discrepancies to a supervisor.
Order medications and treatments when supplies are low or notify the responsible party; notify a supervisor when supply is 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 or bottles when first opened and follow pharmacy protocols for their usable period.
Inspect medications weekly and remove expired medications.
Compare current and new MARs at changeover and notify a supervisor of discrepancies.
Remove discontinued medications from the medication cart and give them 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, restock them as needed, and deep-clean them weekly.
Attend and participate in staff training and in-services.
Maintain accurate records, prepare medical charts for new admissions and readmissions, and complete medical records within 48 hours in accordance with policy and regulatory guidelines.
Support delivery of resident care and services, including activities of daily living, room cleanliness, scheduled activities, dining services, and individual service plan needs.