Certifed Medication Aide-PRN As Needed

Broadlawns Medical Center•Socorro, NM

About The Position

The Broadlawns Medical Center campus includes an acute care hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, urgent care and emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis team, and community-based behavioral support services. Broadlawns accepts all forms of insurance and its approach to healthcare and quality outcomes earned a Level 3 rating from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the highest achievable status for a medical delivery model. We are a safety net hospital and our Patients are our North Star! With a dedicated staff of over 160 physicians and 1,600 employees, Broadlawns Medical Center ensures that our community has access to high quality healthcare that is coordinated, compassionate and cost-effective. We provide our employees a top-rated benefits package, supportive work culture, and more! Certified Medication Aide PRN-As Needed GENERAL DESCRIPTION Under the supervision of the Residential Services Manager, this position assists in the development and implementation of individual program plans; serves as an advocate and role model for all residential clients; plans and supervises client activities; ensures medication administration is completed accurately and per regulations and policies; assists clients with community integration; documents observations and results of all interventions; upholds client rights including confidentiality and maintenance of the residences. Employee is responsible for ensuring a clean, safe, and healthy environment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. High School diploma or equivalent. 2. Verification of completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course. 3. One year of clinical experience working with individuals with psychiatric disorders. 4. Ability to teach, educate, and role model the skills necessary for clients to pursue more independent living. 5. Valid Iowa driver's license and proof of individual insurance. 6. Department of Health and Human Services approval to work at a residential site. 7. Ability to effectively speak read and write English. 8. Ability to administer and document medication administration accurately. 9. Ability to complete and pass First Aid, CPR, and BMC-designated behavior management training during the orientation period and maintain all certifications throughout employment. 10. Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal and professional relationships. 11. Experience with Microsoft Office programs. 12. Ability to physically respond to and manage client behavior challenges utilizing BMC-approved and trained behavioral management techniques. 15. Strong organizational skills. Work Shift Other (United States of America) Broadlawns Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Broadlawns Medical Center campus includes an acute care hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, urgent care and emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis team, and community-based behavioral support services. Broadlawns accepts all forms of insurance and its approach to healthcare and quality outcomes earned a Level 3 rating from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the highest achievable status for a medical delivery model. Broadlawns takes a leadership position in teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals through its residency and fellowship programs.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Verification of completion of a state-approved Medication Aide course.
One year of clinical experience working with individuals with psychiatric disorders.
Ability to teach, educate, and role model the skills necessary for clients to pursue more independent living.
Valid Iowa driver's license and proof of individual insurance.
Department of Health and Human Services approval to work at a residential site.
Ability to effectively speak read and write English.
Ability to administer and document medication administration accurately.
Ability to complete and pass First Aid, CPR, and BMC-designated behavior management training during the orientation period and maintain all certifications throughout employment.
Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal and professional relationships.
Experience with Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to physically respond to and manage client behavior challenges utilizing BMC-approved and trained behavioral management techniques.
Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of individual program plans
Serves as an advocate and role model for all residential clients
Plans and supervises client activities
Ensures medication administration is completed accurately and per regulations and policies
Assists clients with community integration
Documents observations and results of all interventions
Upholds client rights including confidentiality and maintenance of the residences
Ensuring a clean, safe, and healthy environment